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Q: Asked to adopt friends baby!
asked by: jpurplel on September 23rd, 2008
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Today a friend of my husbands asked us if we would like to adopt the baby she is pregnant with. She is married but is unable to keep her baby for really serious reasons. She just got married and her husband is a registered sex offender. They will not allow him to be in the childs life or let them keep it. Her next possibility is then adoption. She is a good kind person and she has offered us this wonderful possibility via a private adoption. I said yes to her but do not really know where to go from here or know what to expect. Can someone give us some advice thanks!
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replied on September 23rd, 2008
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I'd suggest that you consult a lawyer. You'll need need to decide whether the adoption will be open or closed...and the level of communication you want the birth mother to have with the child. But get started...you don't want to be held up by paperwork!
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replied on September 28th, 2008
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Wow, what a blessing! I can hear how excited you are!

This is a tricky situation, with the father being a felon. He would have to sign over the rights in order for the adoption to proceed. Is he willing to do this?

I would consult a lawyer, just because of the uniqueness of this situation. He/she will help you through the motions to insure all the things are completed correctly and to insure a legal and happy adoption.

Best of luck to you !!!
Nicole
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