I've mentioned adoption quite a bit while talking about infertility. As I have
previously mentioned, adoption is quite daunting for both sides. To give you an
idea of how overwhelming it can be and what the process is like I have listed below
lots and lots of links to various websites. If you are interested in Adoption, please
feel free to use these links as needed and I do wish you the best. The range in cost
I have found to be ~$10,000-50,000 (I tend to focus on domestic adoption, but
international tends to be ~$15,000-50,000).
Please remember overall that Adoption is a truly selfless act of love. It is amazing
what adoption can do for so many lives. I hope to one day experience the miracle of
adoption and be able to thank a birthmother/parent/family. We hope to do so debt free.
Please be aware that I am NOT affiliated nor do I endorse any of the sites listed. I
have these sites merely from searching about adoption. This is by no means a completely
exhaustive list either - there are many more agencies out there that I have not listed.
These lists are arranged via alphabetical order.
Mainly for Birthmothers/BirthParent(s):
Adoption Planners
I Heart Adoption
Little Angel Adoptions
The Adoption Foundation
Adoption (many of these sites are for both adoptive families and birth families):
A Act of Love
Adoption.com
Adopt Help
Adoption Network Law Center
(We requested further information and found out their costs range from $30,000-40,000)
American Adoptions
Adopt US Kids
A Baby Step
FAQ for A Baby Step Adoption Beacon House Adoption Services
Beacon House Process and Application for Domestic Adoption
A Child's Dream
Process for A Child's Dream
Crossroads Adoption Services
An Application from Crossroads
Child Welfare Information Gateway
Children's Service Society
Direct Adoptions (This website is not an agency. It is a place to create a profile and
connect directly with birthfamilies; see brochure link).
Brochure for Direct Adoptions (Price for membership: ~$300, plus ~$60 per month)
Heart to Heart
Summary of Process for Heart to Heart Adoptions
Applications & Home Study Packets for Heart to Heart
Fees for Heart to Heart Adoptions
Hoping to Adopt
Independent Adoption Center
It's About Love
My Adoption Agencies (A search for agencies in Utah, but you can search your state.)
National Adoption Center
National Adoption Foundation
Fund Your Adoption
Parent Profiles (This website is similar to Direct Adoptions. Cost is ~$100 per month).
Premier Adoption
Premier Adoption Cost
The Adoption Center The Adoption Exchange
Utah Department of Human Services
Utah's Child & Family Services Adoption Connection
Resources:
Financial Aid
Affording Adoption Foundation
Gift of Adoption Fund
