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Pros of International Adoption

The pros of international adoption are such that prospective parents are drawn to adopt internationally despite the sometimes staggering cost. Here are some of the benefits to going overseas to build your family.

No Relationship With the Biological Family

With an international adoption, all parental rights are terminated before a child is ever placed for adoption. Plus, the biological family is far, far away, a fact some adoptive parents find one of the more comforting aspects of international adoption.

my daughter the dancer So why is it comforting?

Because of an adoptive parent's worst nightmare: A couple adopts a child, brings him into their home and raises him for two years. Then a biological dad steps back into the picture. He's now remarried and wants the child back. The biological dad's rights were never legally terminated and the court rules in his favor, ripping a child from the only home he's ever known. It's devastating to both him and the adoptive parents.

Yes, it can happen, if the adoption attorney hasn't taken the proper steps to terminate the parental rights of both biological parents. Worse still, because the termination process is often a lengthy one that can take one to two years, you can have a child in your home for a year or more and still lose custody of that child. It's an emotional and financial land mine that some people prefer to avoid by adopting internationally instead. For some, distance is one of the positive aspects of international adoption.

Shorter Wait

One of the great pros of international adoption is the wait can be less than a year, depending on the country you choose.

Truly Helping an Orphan in Need

Unlike with a domestic adoption, you are truly saving a child from a potential life of hardship and abject poverty. The satisfaction that comes with improving a child's life for the better in a very real and tangible way is one of the biggest pros of international adoption.

More Helpful Information

Think you can't afford the high costs of adoption? We brought all three of our children home without going into debt, and so can you! Learn more.

Private international adoption is possible, but be aware that there are a lot of steps - and - paperwork involved. Learn more here.

Are you single and want to adopt? Many countries will still allow you to adopt even if you aren't married. Learn more.

Curious about how many parents adopted from what countries last year? These international adoption statistics will provide you with the overall picture.

You're thinking about building your family through adoption. After reading about the big adoption picture, are you still undecided whether to adopt abroad? Here are points to think about when considering Domestic versus International Adoption.

So what are the positive aspects of bringing a child home from overseas? Read here about the pros of international adoption.

But be aware that there are negative aspects of adopting internationally as well. Here are some of the cons of international adoption.

Have you ever wondered why your international adoption fee is so high? Here are some of the expenses that are part of your international adoption fee.

If you are thinking about pursuing international adoption, you want to be sure and choose the right agency. Here are some tips on choosing an international adoption agency.

Adopting a child from another country isn't always smooth sailing. There are risks involved in international adoption. Learn more here.

Have you ever wondered how international adoption began? You can read the big adoption picture on the history of international adoption here.

Nowadays, most international adoption agencies post pictures of children on the web, knowing a picture is a powerful way to connect children with families. But you should always proceed with caution before looking at any photolisting. Learn more about it here.

If you are single and wanting to adopt, more countries will now allow you adopt a child, including a toddler, sibling group, older child or disabled child. Learn more here.

Pursuing an international adoption without the help of an adoption agency is not only possible, but a great way to save thousands of dollars and keep you in control of your international adoption. Learn more.

Why can't these children be adopted in their own countries? The answer usually has to do with culture and pressures from society. Read more.

The Hague Treaty has been in effect for a few years now, so how has it impacted international adoption? Read more

International adoption can be one of the greatest things that can happen to you, but if you fall into the hands of an unscrupulous agency, you adoption dreams could become a nightmare. Learn how to protect yourself by clicking here.

Many parents pursuing international adoption are asked why they don't pursue a domestic adoption instead. There are many reasons why a domestic adoption is not always possible. Read more.

The hardest part of international adoption is the long wait to bring your child home. Learn one adoptive mom's tips for enduring the wait by clicking here.



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