How common is a newborn adoption?

Newborn adoption is still common but becoming harder to come by with abortion being so available. Most newborn adoptions are done through independent adoptions or private adoptions. Women today are weighing their unplanned pregnancy options, which include adoption,...

What do private adoption agencies do?

Private adoption agencies have very different policies depending on the private adoption agency. It is not uncommon for adoptive parents in one state to work with a private adoption agency in another state to find a birth mother to match with. There is much...

Is it difficult when adopting older children?

When adopting an older child, you want to consider many things including the reason why you’d like to adopt, your age, your health, your financial well-being, and what you could offer the child. There are over 500,000 children in foster care that need permanent loving...

What can help us with adoption expenses?

Depending on the type of adoption you’re seeking whether it’s public, private, or agency adoption. There are adoption loans and grants to help you with your adoption expenses. Some families find success with holding an adoption fundraiser. Also, there is a nice...

How much does adoption cost?

The new average cost for adoption is between $35,000 and $50,000 for a US or international adoption. This includes home study fees, legal fees, professional fees, advertising, some birth mom expenses, and court costs. Ask Mardie your own question. |  Get help now. You...