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Adoption

Could you change a child's future?

This is something you can do by becoming an adoptive parent. Have you have ever thought of taking this big step?

Adopting is about making a real difference to a child's life. When you adopt, you provide a secure, loving home to a child - for life! Like all parenting, it means sticking with it through good times and bad. It is one of the most challenging, but also one of the most rewarding things you can do.

 What is Adoption?
 What Sort of Person Do You Have to Be?
 What if I Smoke?
 Is There Anyone Who Can't Adopt?
 Which Children Need Adopting?
 What Happens First if I Want to Adopt?
 What Happens Next?
 How Long Does it All Take?
 How is an Adoption Made Legal?
 What Rights do Birth Parents Have After the Adoption?
 Will the Child Still See their Birth Parents or Other Significant People?
 Will I Be Told About the Child's Background?
 Will I Be Paid?
 What Support Will I Get After Adopting?
 Taking the Next Step
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