If you’re adopting to begin or extend your family, you might have questions about domestic and international adoption. There are no right or wrong answers, only differentiating factors between these two loving choices. Here are crucial elements to consider regarding…
Prospective adoptive parents have an exciting journey ahead. Although your heart is ready, it’s time to gather all the facts you need to make the best possible choice for you and your future child. Read on to learn about the…
Celebrating a new addition to your family through adoption is a joyous occasion. It’s also a big undertaking, and several options are available, depending on your situation. Learning about some of the most common ways to adopt is an excellent…
Before adopting a child in North Carolina, the prospective parents must complete a pre-placement assessment, often called a “home study.” This thorough evaluation may determine whether you are deemed fit to care for an adoptive child, and there are many…
Children in North Carolina enter foster care for all sorts of reasons. But it usually centers around parents being unable to care for their children – at least in the short term. For example, your child may enter foster care…
There are many ways to start and grow your family. Outside of traditional methods, many parents choose in vitro fertilization and adoption. For you, or you and your spouse, adoption of a newborn or older child may be the right…
Few issues are more volatile than those of child custody after a divorce. If you are your son or daughter’s non-custodial parent, you might experience more upset if your ex re-marries. One question you may have is, “what happens if…
Having a child placed in your family for adoption can be a dream come true. But once the placement is made, your adoption journey is far from over. You still need to file the adoption petition with the clerk of…
Whenever you bring a new child into the family, you want to spend time with them. This time is a necessity. Infants and young children must be taken care of and supervised 24 hours a day. Your child will also…
Adoption costs in North Carolina vary based on the type of adoption you are seeking. Adopting a child through a state-licensed agency costs very little compared to adoption through a private organization. However, your adoption choice may initially be based…