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~ (Author), Raymond Godwin (Author) "If you are reading this book, chances are you are considering adoption..." (more)
Key Phrases: birth father registry, dossier home study, adoption hearing, United States, New Jersey, New York (more...)
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A thorough resource for couples who want to adopt a child takes readers through each step in the adoption process, from choosing an agency to bringing a child home, and discusses international adoptions, state requirements, medical issues, and other topics. Original. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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  • Paperback: 672 pages
  • Publisher: Adams Media; 3rd edition (October 17, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1593373694
  • ISBN-13: 978-1593373696
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #30,906 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A FAIRLY "COMPLETE" GUIDE TO ADOPTION, October 18, 1999
A GOOD BOOK FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DECIDED TO ADOPT A CHILD BUT ARE OVERWHELMED BY ALL THE CHOICES. A CLEAR, CONCISE GUIDE WHICH OBJECTIVELY RELATES THE PROS AND CONS OF ALL OPTIONS AVAILABLE. COVERS SUBJECTS SUCH AS FINDING A BIRTH MOTHER, MEETING A BIRTH MOTHER, BIRTH FATHERS AND THEIR RIGHTS, OPEN ADOPTION, THE HOME STUDY (NOT A VERY THROUGH CHAPTER-JUST A GENERAL OVERVIEW, ADOPTION EXPENSES. THE AUTHOR ADDRESSED MEDICAL CONCERS SUCH AS DRUG, ALCOHOL, AND TOBBACCO USE BY THE BIRTH MOTHER. THE BOOK ALSO COVERED SOME LEGAL ISSUES AND GAVE TIPS ON CHOOSING AN ATTORNEY OR AGENCY. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR IN DEPTH INFO ON HOW TO FIND A BIRTH MOTHER OR IN DEPTH INFO ON THE HOMESTUDY, HOW TO TALK TO A BIRTHMOTHER, HOW TO EVALUATE A BIRTHMOTHER'S SINCERITY, OR HOW TO RAISE MONEY TO PAY FOR THE ADOPTION ITSELF THEN YOU WILL NEED TO BUY A DIFFERENT BOOK. OVERALL THIS IS A VERY GOOD BOOK IN RELATION TO OTHER BOOKS THAT CLAIM TO BE "COMPLETE".
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5.0 out of 5 stars Truly a complete guide to adoption, September 4, 2003
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Ms. Beauvais-Godwin covers most aspects of domestic and international adoption producing what is an invaluable reference for a family chosing whether or not to adopt. She provides an exhaustive list of state-by-state requirements and even covers adoption by Canadians. This book provides guidance in all the fundamental steps of adoption, from chosing an agency to having a home study done. I can honestly say this book is the best book on adoption I have encountered. I highly recommended it to anyone who is considering any type of adoption.
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5.0 out of 5 stars very informative and readable, January 4, 2007
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If anyone is considering any form of adoption, they need not look much further than this book for general information. It covers a wide range of subjects related to adoption, is very thorough and informative, and also quite easy to read. I picked it up because my wife and I are considering interracial special needs adoption, and most books don't talk about these subjects in depth, but this one does.
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2.0 out of 5 stars I didn't think it was possible to be more confused than before
This book is massive and confusing. I thought it would give some step by step insight into the adoption process but was disappointed. Read more
Published 3 days ago by C. Steed

1.0 out of 5 stars One-sided whitewash
The first clue that this book is not a "complete" telling of the story of the multi-billion dollar US adoption industry is the fact that Holt International and the American... Read more
Published 3 months ago by nevertoomanybooks

4.0 out of 5 stars The Complete Adoption Book
This book really breaks the adoption journey into chapters and helps teh reader get the real deal. From personal stories to an appendix of adoption attorneys this book will help... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Brandon Fought

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good book on adoption.
This is a very well written book on adoption. I am adopting a minor relative and the book only briefly touched on the subject. The book is written for non-relative adoptions. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Viet Vet

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource!
I found this book to be one of the better resource books on adoption that I've read so far. It was particularly helpful for us because we are adopting an older child through... Read more
Published 13 months ago by N. Landry

5.0 out of 5 stars Great overview of the process and pitfalls
This is a great book to start the process of adoption, with information on all aspects of adopting. Once you read it, you will be able to narrow down the huge number of choices... Read more
Published 19 months ago by A. Pollard

3.0 out of 5 stars Great Book...more for Babies adoptions though
Loved the inforamtion. The book spends most of its pages on baby adoptions out of the country, as opposed to in state adotpions as I was hoping. Read more
Published on September 23, 2007 by Donna White-tollis

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely Informative
Due to issues with infertility my husband and I have decided to look into adopting. This book has been wonderful for answering any and all of our questions. Read more
Published on March 9, 2007 by amae23

5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic book
Thank you to the authors for writing this book. As my husband and I begin the adoption process, this book has been the one I've opened every time I have a question, and it hasn't... Read more
Published on September 4, 2006 by Unhappy Customer

4.0 out of 5 stars Full of Knowledge
My fiance and I have decided to pursue a domestic adoption. I purchased this book in order to educate us on the topic of adoption. Read more
Published on September 19, 2005 by Rachael Butcher

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