North Carolina Adoption Blog
Benefits and challenges associated with international adoption
If you are thinking about adopting a child from another country, it is important to prepare yourself for what lies ahead. You should have a clear understanding of the process and a good idea of what to expect, not only in terms of the advantages of international...
Deciding if surrogacy is the right move for you
Deciding to begin or grow your family in North Carolina is always an exciting time filled with anticipation. The uncertainty that accompanies the difficulties of having children may leave you feeling sorrowful and hopeless. Fortunately, if your situation prevents you...
Can a single parent adopt or foster a child in North Carolina?
One of the myths concerning the adoption process is that only a married couple can adopt. According to North Carolina's Department of Health and Human Services, however, a single unmarried adult over 18 can adopt a child. To become a foster parent in North Carolina,...
Are you eligible to adopt a child in North Carolina?
Adopting a child often brings permanent and necessary change to a child’s life, but if you wish to do so in North Carolina, you must first meet certain eligibility requirements. The state seeks to ensure that its adoptive parents have the resources and knowledge...
Researching international ASPs
Your decision to adopt a child in Charlotte will likely have a greater impact than you realize. Opening your home to a child in need one presents them with untold opportunities that otherwise might not happen for them. This is especially true when you adopt...
Why should I consider adopting my stepchild?
There are many types of adoption where you adopt a child that you know or have some relationship with prior to the adoption. One example is a stepparent adoption where you adopt your spouse’s child. You will need permission from the absent parent who will have to give...
Do you know these tips for connecting with your surrogate baby?
Rather than conceive or have a child through traditional means, you adopted with a surrogate. While things went well with the mother, you struggle to bond with the baby. To help overcome this hurdle, check out these tips from American Surrogacy. There is no reason...
What do you know about stepparent adoption?
While you and your current spouse recently legally married, you may not be the legal parent of your new spouse's children. You feel ready to adopt your stepchildren, but what do you know about doing so? Parents.com offers several points to keep in mind. Make sure you...
Do you know these costs associated with adoption?
You want to either start or expand your family, and you decided that you want to adopt. You may have done some preliminary research on the adoption process, but how much do you know about the cost of adoption? U.S. News & World Report breaks down common adoption...
How second-parent adoption helps many North Carolina families
For families that do not fit the typical mold of a married opposite-gender couple and their biological children, second-parent adoption could be a way to give them legal protections, and certify their parental relationships in the eyes of the law. Thanks to a 2014...
