Making Your International Adoption Easier

If you are considering international adoption, you will be having one of the most rewarding experiences of your life.  At least, this is the way adoptive parents often feel.  But with hope also comes responsibility. International adoption will require a lot of commitment and patience. An Aventura international adoption attorney can tell you all about it and make the whole process easier for you.

Motivations are everything

Some people are sure about what they want to do in life while others take some time exploring what’s available. Take all the time you need. This is an irreversible decision. These children are waiting for someone to call their name.  Also, international adoption is not as simple as it seems. The children look adorable but the process is not easy. If you have a happy life and you want to share it with someone else then go for it. But if the adoption is a way to fill a hole in your heart, you should attend family counseling first and take some time to evaluate the reasons why you want to adopt a child. Remember the child is from another country with a different culture and you will eventually have to embrace some of that. If you are willing to devote your time and resources on the adoption process and a lifetime raising your new child, then you are ready.

Some countries are closed to international adoption

Picking the country you want to adopt from is not as easy as it seems.  There are several poor countries closed to international adoptions because they are trying to provide opportunities for children and their families. It’s not fair that the government takes away your child because you are too poor. There are also some countries closed to international adoptions for political reasons.

Each country has different rules and requirements for adoption.  There may be restrictions as well regarding parental age, marital status, number of children you have, and health issues. Some countries may even require that you foster the children in their country before adopting them. Children with special needs may be easier to adopt as well as older children.  Adopting older children may not be the ideal experience, but the process is much easier.  However, you will have more challenges when raising them. It’s unfair for the older children to leave them behind. These children may experience feelings of abandonment and feel rejected. But there is nothing that a loving home won’t cure.  

Hire a good attorney to handle your international adoption

If you are seeking to adopt a child from another country, we are here to make the process less complicated. We’ll explain the options available and help you make an informed decision. Stephanie G. Morrow has experience in intercountry adoption. She will ensure that the adoption is ethical and you don’t rush through the process. Give us a call and find out more about the adoption opportunities available.