Description
This book is a guide for Christian families who are considering adoption. It covers the basics of adoption, such as the different types of adoption, where to start, what paperwork is necessary, finances, and how to raise the child. It also has checklists and timelines to help with the process. There are also real-life stories from families who have adopted, including Steven and Mary Beth Chapman, Stormie Omartian, Karen Kingsbury, Nicole C. Mullen, and Senator Sam Brownback.
Successful Adoption brings a practical and spiritual view of adoption. Topics include: types of adoption, where to begin, necessary paperwork, finances required - and how to raise them, listing of reputable adoption agencies, building strong bonds with an adopted child, when and how to tell a child she is adopted, the long-term affects of adoption, and God's blessing through adoption. Book includes practical checklists, timelines, real life stories, sample documents, phone numbers and web-addresses. Successful Adoption also includes real-life stories from families who have adopted, including: Steven and Mary Beth Chapman, Stormie Omartian, Karen Kingsbury, Nicole C. Mullen, Senator Sam Brownback and others.