What Should I Know About Adoption?

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What Should I Know About Adoption?

Adoption can be both a joyous and an emotionally trying process for a family. What are some of the issues involved? What do potential parents need to know first? What should the adopted child and his or her siblings be told?

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by sundogg99

Jun 10 '04

Pulling back the veil
Don't immediately dismiss the concept of an open adoption: even if it stretches your own personal comfort zone, it can provide important, life-affirming information and relationships for your child. ... read full review

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by shelxland

Oct 13 '00

The side of the coin unturned
Neither adoption nor reuniting with birth parents is a bad thing.... read full review

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by Mom2TyZick

Mar 08 '01

Adoption Do's and Don'ts
Be honest... read full review

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by annecal

Apr 25 '02

Love is Thicker Than Blood
Adoption- A wonderful Option! ... read full review

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by JulieWahm

Nov 09 '00

Preparing to Adopt 1: Are you ready?
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by onabreak2

Jun 25 '00

I want to know about my Geneology and I cant Find The Answers
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by JulieWahm

Nov 09 '00

Preparing to Adopt 2: Making Decisions
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by cntaur5

Oct 26 '00

Happy to find someone who opens their heart
It is a natural part of maturing that one questions one’s identity and place in the world. ... read full review

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by pambo

Dec 05 '00

This Holiday Made It Home/Favorite Holidays Writeoff
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by JulieWahm

Nov 09 '00

Preparing to Adopt 3: Getting started
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by pablothegreat

May 30 '08

How Much Does Independent Non-Agency Private Adoption Cost?
Adoption expenses can add up but private adoption is the least expensive of all. It is also the least complicated. Good luck on your adoption journey and think good thoughts...... read full review

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by JulieWahm

Oct 22 '00

She gave me the gift of motherhood,
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by gamblinfamily

Dec 14 '00

My Two Experiences With Adoption
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by jgarlough

May 08 '00

MY WAY OF ANNOUNCEMENT
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by TAMA102861

Jan 20 '00

"Yes- They Are All Ours"....
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