The adoption process is one that is stressful, beautiful, difficult and enriching. As you go through the process and feel all of the emotions that come along with the process, you might find that you want to be sure you are handling things in the appropriate manner. The good news is that as maddening as the adoption process is at some points, the ultimate reward of adding a child to your family is priceless.
We know that you probably have some questions about the process. Whether you are still only considering adoption or if you have already begun the process, we are here to help you learn about what you should do and what to expect at each stage of the process. This can help you to feel more empowered, more in control and less stressed as you take another step toward the final hearing.
As you work through the adoption process, remember that court is considering what is in the child’s best interests. Your goal is to show the court that your home is the best place for the child. This means that you will need to have a good home study and you will need to show that you are in the adoption for the long haul.
We know that the unknowns of adoption make it a hard process to deal with. When bumps happen on the way to the finish line of a finalized adoption, we will be there to help you learn about how you can handle the bumps. We put you first while you fight to put the child first.