Domestic infant adoption in the U.S. is a beautiful option for families seeking to grow through the adoption of newborns. This process allows adoptive parents to bring home babies placed for adoption by birth mothers, usually shortly after birth. But what is domestic infant adoption exactly, and why is choosing the right adoption agency crucial?
Domestic infant adoption refers to the legal process in which a birth mother voluntarily places her newborn for adoption with an adoptive family. Building Arizona Families has assisted adoptive parents nationwide with this process since 2004 and has helped Arizona birth mothers find loving homes for their babies.
Building Arizona Families is licensed by the Arizona Department of Child Safety, which reviews and licenses adoption agencies through a rigorous process. This process includes a comprehensive background check of leadership and staff, confirmation that staff hold necessary professional degrees and certifications, fingerprint clearances, proof of ethical practices, confidentiality in record keeping, and more. Building Arizona Families also boasts an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Why Choose the Right Adoption Agency?
The question “What is domestic infant adoption?” is best answered by a licensed adoption agency. Selecting a trusted adoption agency is essential to ensuring the adoption process goes smoothly, and all legal requirements are met. Building Arizona Families provides personalized support, guiding both adoptive parents and birth mothers every step of the way.
How Does Domestic Infant Adoption Work?
The process of adopting a newborn involves several steps including:
- Initial intake interview
- Background checks
- Completing a home study
- Matching with a birth mother
- Finalizing the adoption in court
Private adoption offers a unique way to change lives—both for the birth mother making a courageous decision and for the baby, who will grow up in a loving and stable environment.
Newborn adoption helps ensure a bright future for the child. According to research by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, adopted children are more likely to excel academically and are more likely to be raised in financially secure households, providing them with greater opportunities.
The birth mother’s selfless decision also opens up new opportunities for her. A study conducted by the Guttmacher Institute found that birth mothers who placed their children for adoption were more likely to finish school, pursue career goals, and maintain a higher standard of living compared to those who chose to parent under unplanned circumstances.
And finally, what are the benefits of domestic infant adoption for the adoptive family? They are too innumerable to count! In many instances, the newborn baby is an answer to years of prayer, the completion of a family, and the priceless opportunity to be a parent, sharing life’s adventures together.
Are you ready to take the next step toward domestic infant adoption? Download a complimentary info kit or contact Becky Merryman, Domestic/Newborn Adoptions Program Manager, at 623-224-1815 or [email protected].
Source: Building Arizona Families