Adopting a child

This book covers everything you need to know about adoption. It describes the processes involved in adopting a child, with a wealth of practical information. You can also read adopters' stories from how it feels to go through the adoption process to what life as an adoptive family is really like.

The book provides answers to many of the questions, such as:
•    Are there age limits to adopt?
•    Can I adopt a baby?
•    What about finances and housing?
•    What about adopting older children?
•    What will happen after I’ve contacted an adoption agency?
•    What about the birth family?

With over 60,000 copies already sold and now in its 12th edition, the guide reflects all current adoption legislation and guidance.

This book is for anyone who is thinking about adopting a child in England, Wales or Northern Ireland. To find out about adopting in Scotland, see Adopting a child in Scotland.

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