Adult adoption, though less common than child adoption, offers a legal pathway for adults to establish a permanent family bond […]
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Is Adoption Good for Children?
The National Survey of Adoptive Parents, along with the National Survey of Children’s Health, collected data on adopted children in […]
Am I Too Old to Adopt?
First-time parents are older than they used to be. The average for fathers is now 31, and the average mom […]
A Birth Mother’s Choices
Birth mothers in Arkansas have a lot of choices. Not only can they choose to provide for their child and […]
How Long Does a Stepparent Adoption Take?
Adopting your stepchild can be good for your family, your stepchild, and you. But you may be wondering: how long […]
Maternity Leave for Adoptive Parents
The Family Medical Leave Act requires larger employers to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for parents […]
Do You Need an Interpreter for Your Adoption?
You’re ready to adopt an infant and you’ve found a birth mother who wants to give her baby the benefit […]
Putting off Adopting Your Stepchild?
You love your stepchildren and you’re thinking about adopting them — but there’s no hurry, right? You might feel that […]