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Single moms

Single mom diaries: And baby makes two

We all grew up believing the fairy tale: You meet Mr. Right, and soon after, start having kids. But what if he never comes along?...

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How to adopt as a single mom

When People magazine put a beautiful, glowing Sandra Bullock holding an adorable little boy on the cover of its April 28th 2010...

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Preparing to bring home your newly adopted child

You’ve likely waited a long time for your new baby or child, plugging along through all of the paperwork, doing your best to pass...

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Finding a pediatrician for your internationally adopted child

Your internationally adopted child, regardless of age, needs a good pediatrician in the same way that a newborn biological child...

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How to select an adoption agency

While the most important decisions you make about your adoption may relate to the type of adoption -- domestic, international, or...

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The adoption home study

How should you prepare for the adoption home study? Whether you go through a private agency or the birth country of your potential...

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Becoming a foster parent

Opening your home to children who need a temporary place to stay is an amazing act. Many children are in the foster system due to...

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Adoption: A step-by-step guide

Much like pregnancy, the adoption process can be an overwhelming, stressful and incredibly joyful experience. In both scenarios, the...

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The costs of adoption: Adoption expenses and financial help

Families who are willing to open their hearts, and their homes, to children in need of a family deserve all the credit in the world....

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Types of adoption: Domestic, international, open and closed

Choosing to adopt a child is a huge decision. But the decision-making does not end there. There are actually several types of...

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How to introduce adopted children to biological children

Adopting a child into the family is one of the most exciting times in any family's life! Find out how you can ensure that the...

Celebrity Gossip

Madonna's adoption appeal

A Malawi court has awarded Madonna the right to adopt Mercy, an African orphan, two months after turning down her initial bid.