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Summary: Truly a complete guide to adoption
Review: 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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Summary: A FAIRLY "COMPLETE" GUIDE TO ADOPTION
Review: 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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Summary: Great info on the various types of adoption.
Review: A great resource for info on all types of adoption (agency, facilitator, international, lawyer etc) A must read for anyone who's considering adopting a child. This book gives you a very real idea of what's involved and the advantages and disadvantages of each type of adoption.
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Summary: Excellent!
Review: As someone just beginning to look into adopting, this book provided a great starting point. It offers a complete overview of the options available, issues involved and even resource information by state. I strongly recommend it.
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Summary: Gay and lesbian would-be parents need not apply
Review: I am in the adoption field. I have helped to facilitate over 30 adoptions in the past 18 months. Laura's book is a must read for each of my clients wishing to adopt. The section in the back, will give you valuable information if you are Prospective Adoptive Parents networking to find a Birthmother and need brief information on states laws. Thank you Laura for helping us understand the steps toward having a successful adoption journey!! If you are just begining to learn more about the adoption journey...read this book...and use Laura's helpful hints....and may your journey be successful. I did, and have two beautiful daughters, Nicole,age 8 & Taylor, age 7months to prove her methods work!! A Miller
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Summary: I recommend this book to all my adoption clients !
Review: I am in the adoption field. I have helped to facilitate over 30 adoptions in the past 18 months. Laura's book is a must read for each of my clients wishing to adopt. The section in the back, will give you valuable information if you are Prospective Adoptive Parents networking to find a Birthmother and need brief information on states laws. Thank you Laura for helping us understand the steps toward having a successful adoption journey!! If you are just begining to learn more about the adoption journey...read this book...and use Laura's helpful hints....and may your journey be successful. I did, and have two beautiful daughters, Nicole,age 8 & Taylor, age 7months to prove her methods work!! A Miller
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Summary: Truly a complete guide to adoption
Review: 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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Summary: A must-have book for any prospective adoptive parent
Review: This was the very first book we bought when we began the adoption process, and it is great! There is so much helpful information in the book, yet it is presented in an easy-to-read format. The book is extremely helpful during any stage of the adoption process: from just thinking about adoption to actually bringing the baby home. Definitely a book that all adoptive parents should have!
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Summary: A must-have book for any prospective adoptive parent
Review: This was the very first book we bought when we began the adoption process, and it is great! There is so much helpful information in the book, yet it is presented in an easy-to-read format. The book is extremely helpful during any stage of the adoption process: from just thinking about adoption to actually bringing the baby home. Definitely a book that all adoptive parents should have!
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Summary: Gay and lesbian would-be parents need not apply
Review: While attempting a complete adoption resource, the authors of this book have only discouraging and incorrect comments for lesbian and gay would-be parents. This lack of professionalism taints the entire book.
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