Adopting Children

Learn what rights you have in your state, as a birth parent or an adoptive parent.

Take this quiz to see whether you are ready to become an adoptive parent.

Find a list of state adoption agencies.

Find a list of adoption agencies in the United States.

Learn ways to go about obtaining information about birthparents, records, and more.

Adoptive parents should face any fears they may have about their child's search for their birthparents.

Learn why many adopted children go searching for their birthparents.

Adoptive parents sometimes face problems with the birthparents of their child. Be prepared with information and helpful tips.

Some adopters decide they can't handle the problems that show up in their adopted child. Learn about "disrupted adoption."

Learn how to spot behavior problems and psychological issues in your adopted child, and read tips on getting help.

All children go through hard times. Read about some problems many adopted children face.

Dealing with genetic differences is usually more difficult for those outside the family.

Learn how to handle difficult situations concerning adoption and your child.

Learn what to say about adoption to a teenager .

Learn what to say about adoption to a school-aged child .

Learn how to deal with people who react negatively to your transracial child.

Adopters should be prepared to handle inappropriate and difficult questions. Learn how to get through these situations.

Learn what is involved when a family wants to readopt their child.