Choosing a Professional

Choosing the right adoption professional can make the difference in completing a successful adoption within your desired budget and wait time.

It's important for families to understand the advantages, disadvantages and risks associated with different adoption professionals. The articles below detail the differences between national adoption agencies, local adoption agencies, adoption law firms, adoption law centers and adoption facilitators and will help you make the best decision for your family.

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The Risks of Working with an Adoption Consultant

Adoption consultants promise an easy process, low costs and quick matches. But, adoption consultants can also add risks to your family-building journey.

The 4 Questions You Need to Ask to Avoid Adoption Scams

While trustworthy professionals will provide honest, clear answers, adoption scams will refuse or vaguely answer four simple questions.

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5 Adoption Services You Need

On your journey through the adoption process, there will be ups and downs along the way. But, once you get to hold your baby in your arms for the first time, it will be well worth it.

National Adoption Agencies: A Guide for Families

What are the different types of adoption agencies, and who should you work with for the adoption process? This guide to national adoption agencies will help you decide on the right adoption professional.

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Local Adoption Agencies Guide

“Should I search for adoption agencies near me? What are the pros and cons of working with a local adoption agency?” This guide answers these questions and more so you can choose the adoption professional that’s best for your family.

Adoption Attorneys and Why You Need Them

The adoption process is guided by laws and regulations at every step of the way. To complete it, you’ll need an adoption attorney. But what role should the attorney have, and what services can they really provide? Find out here.

Adoption Law Centers: A Guide for Families

Adoption law centers have become more popular in recent years for families looking to adopt. What are these centers? How are they run and regulated? This guide to adoption law centers will tell you everything you need to know.

Adoption Facilitators: The Risks of Working with One

Adoption facilitators are a type of adoption professional that are not subjected to oversight or regulation, which can make working with one a risky decision. Here’s why.

Adoption Social Workers: What You Need to Know

The adoption process includes a variety of professionals like doctors, lawyers and administrators. Potentially the most vital are adoption social workers. Here’s what they do and where to find one.

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What Are Adoption Consultants?

The adoption process can feel overwhelming. Some families turn to adoption consultants to help make sense of it all. What are adoption consultants, and should you hire one during your adoption? Find out here.

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5 Questions to Ask an Adoption Agency

Choosing the right adoption professional can make or break your experience with the adoption process. These are the questions you need to ask — and answers to look for — to determine if an agency will be right for you.

How Do Adoption Agency Regulations Work?

The adoption process is governed by laws and regulations, but not all adoption professionals adhere to these standards. Find out which type of adoption professionals you can be sure are conducting their work in an ethical way.

3 FAQs for Preventing an Adoption Disruption

Every hopeful parent wants to do everything they can to prevent an adoption disruption from happening to them — and choosing the right adoption professional is key. Here’s why.

5 Things the Best Adoption Agencies Have in Common

As you consider growing your family through adoption, what are the best adoption agencies to work with? How can you ensure you’re making the best choice? Here’s what you need to know.

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How to Choose an Adoption Agency

So, you want to adopt. You’re going to have to choose an adoption agency to work with. What should you be looking for? What are your options? Who can you trust? Find out here.

What to Look for in the Best Adoption Websites

Most adoptive families start their process to adopt a baby online. But how can you be sure you’re getting your information from qualified adoption professionals and adoption websites you can trust? We break it down here.

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