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ADOPTION QUESTIONS |
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How is the
adoptive family selected?
You may choose the adoptive parents for your
baby by looking through the family
autobiographies. |
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Can I meet the
adoptive parents?
Yes, you may choose to meet the adoptive
parents. It is a great opportunity for you to
learn more about their personalities, family
life, activities, etc. Remember, they are just
as curious about you as you are about them (and
just as nervous). If you don't feel comfortable
with a face to face meeting, we can also arrange
a telephone conference or pass on a letter to
the family from you. |
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What
"qualifications" must a couple meet before they
are accepted as prospective adoptive parents?
Adoptive parents must complete an extensive
background check and comprehensive home visit in
order to adopt in the State of Florida. Local,
State and Federal (FBI) background checks are
performed in addition to a check of the Child
Abuse Registry. Personal references,
verification of employment and physical
examinations are all standard requirements
during the home study process. The adoptive
parents' homes are also inspected to ensure a
safe and healthy environment for the child. |
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Will my child
be able to find me if they want to search for
me?
The State of Florida has an Adoption Reunion
Registry. You will be provided this information
at the meeting with an Adoption Coordinator.
Once you register, the child will be able to
contact you after he/she reaches the age of
eighteen. |
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What happens
once I deliver?
Our Adoption Coordinators are on call 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week. Once you deliver the baby,
please call our office and we will make the
necessary arrangements to meet you at the
hospital. You cannot execute the legal documents
until you have been medically discharged from
the hospital OR it has been 48 hours
since you delivered.
Once the legal
documents are signed, placement with the
adoptive parents will occur. The baby will go
home with the family following the hospital
discharge. Up until that point, you can have as
much contact with the family and/or baby that
meets your comfort level. You can also take
pictures and keepsakes (i.e. crib card, hat,
etc). This is a very sensitive time and Gift of
Life Adoptions will provide as much support to
you as possible.
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Can I name the
baby and have a copy of the birth certificate?
You can name the baby. Once the adoptive parents
finalize the adoption, the child's name will be
legally changed to his/her adopted name.
However, the name that you choose will be on the
child's original birth certificate which will be
provided to you at your request. |
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What do I need
to tell you about the birth father?
Whatever the situation may be, even if he is
unaware or uninvolved, it is very important that
you provide as much information as possible
about the birth father. |
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Gift of Life Adoptions
provides assistance with living expenses such as rent,
utilities, food, maternity clothing and gas or travel
expenses. These expenses are provided during the
pregnancy and for six weeks following delivery. Medical
and other expenses are available on a case by case
basis. |
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