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Florida Adoption Information

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Adoption in Florida

There are many ways to build a family. Adoption is one of those choices. Whether you have struggled with fertility issues, have already had biological children and would like to add more children through adoption, or have decided that adoption is your choice rather than biological children, you can build your family through adoption.

According to Florida adoption law:

A stepparent may adopt without his spouse joining in the adoption as long as the spouse consents to the adoption. A married person may adopt without the other spouse if the spouse's failure to consent is excused by the court.

In the case of a special needs child, Florida residency is not ... [more]

Adoption Professionals in Florida

Attorneys
Agencies
International
Other Services
Caring adoption services to birth mothers is a responsibility we take to heart. We have helped thousands of women - before, during and after the adoption experience. We're here to help you - let us know how. Offices in Jacksonville and Daytona Beach.   [more]
Shorstein & Kelly, Attorneys at Law, P.A. (visit website)
(904) 348-6400, (800) 348-6434

We are adoption attorneys that provide our families and birth mothers with care, compassion and competence throughout the adoption process. We emphasize counseling, educaton and support for both our clients and birth families.  [more]
Feingold & Kam, LLC (visit website)
(561) 630-6727, (866) 633-0397

Providing quality, caring adoption services to birthmothers and adoptive parents is a responsibility we take to heart. First Coast Adoption Professionals has helped thousands - before, during and after the adoption experience. We're here to help - let us know how.  [more]
First Coast Adoption Professionals (visit website)
(904) 394-5763, (800) 262-2186

Are you pregnant and considering adoption? We are here to support you. We offer free counseling and help with living and medical expenses. You can select a family for your baby from our pre-screened loving couples who are waiting to adopt.   [more]
Advocates for Children and Families (visit website)
(305) 653-2474, (800) 348-0467

Beacon House has 20 years experience providing professional, caring service to adopting parents. Accredited in Russia, adoptions being completed in 12 - 18 months. A full staff abroad brings continuity to your process & travels.  [more]
Beacon House Adoption Services, Inc (visit website)
(850) 430-4005, (888) 987-6300

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Unexpected Pregnancy Hotline We offer free counseling and support. Talk with a trained counselor who will help you explore your options and determine your future. 800-537-2229   [more]
LDS Family Services (visit website)
(800) 537-2229
Your home study will be prepared by professionals who have empathy, knowledge & experience. Our social workers are adoptive parents and our commitment enables us to provide our clients with a supportive and informative home study process. Please call for a free consultation.  [more]
Adoption Home Study Services, Inc. (visit website)
(727) 375-2996

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Unplanned Pregnancy

If you are pregnant and considering adoption, visit the Adoption Directory to speak with a caring professional in Florida.You can also view profiles of hopeful adoptive couples in or near Florida in the listing below, provided as a service of ParentProfiles.com.

Couples Hoping to Adopt in Florida

View profiles of hopeful adoptive parents or create your own adoption profile today on ParentProfiles.com (A service of Adoption Profiles, LLC).

Featured Florida Couples from Parent Profiles
Dave & Liz (from Florida)
Come read our detailed profile. We feel our marriage is the strongest kind, and we are THRILLED to grow our family through adoption. We are highly creative, good-natured, and extra playful. And our extended family is just dying to hear you've chosen us!

See All Florida Couples Hoping to Adopt through ParentProfiles.com.


Children Waiting for Adoption in Florida

Are you ready to be a parent? There are tens of thousands of children in the United States foster system and many more available children worldwide. There are many children in Florida who are hoping to be adopted.

Featured Florida Children from The Adoption.com Photolisting
Jessica  (Florida / 11 / F)
Jessica has been described as "bright eyed and bushy tailed." She likes to eat a variety of foods and will eat almost...[more]

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Florida Adoption Forums

LOOKING FOR BIRTH DAUGHTER
November 11, 2009, 2:21 am
I am female born 03/22/1987 at Tampa general in Fl. I know that my mother was 18 and I have two ...
Chosen Children Adoption Agency
November 2, 2009, 6:54 pm
As a Bmom I would be furious if my childs records were altered or destroyed. I dont care if the ...

See what other people are saying about Florida in the adoption forums.

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...Originally Posted By [b]Pamela Drinkwine[/b] I was born 8 22 69. Tampa general hospital. Iwas ...
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Florida Adoption Laws



Florida Adoption Registry

Adoptees
Birthmothers
Birthfathers
Siblings, etc
Oct 16, 1977 (F) - I was born at home and my mom's stepfather thought it would be best to put me up for adoption because she was so ... [ more ]
Feb 1, 1947 (F) - My birthfater's name was herman david skelton and i am fortunate enough to have a relationship with my half ... [ more ]
Apr 9, 1966 (F) - Born in FLorida but raised in new york.family needed to look for birth mother for permission to change my religion ... [ more ]
May 29, 1969 (F) - I'm not sure if i was born in daytona or daytona beach. i'm not even sure about the hospital -- i am only ... [ more ]
Dec 10, 1985 (F) - I was staying with jacobs and jacobs in orlando FL at time of adoption. my last name was rife at the time of your ... [ more ]
Jul 7, 1976 (F) - i know the lawyer that handled my adoption was franklin harrison from bay co. FLorida. i know who her ... [ more ]
Dec 5, 1986 (M) - This was handled through attorney can't remember his name as he is no longer in practice. was located in ... [ more ]
Oct 26, 1971 (F) - This was a closed adoption. oc county agency would not let me name her or even see her for more than one minute. ... [ more ]
Mar 1, 1985 (M) - Birthdate around march 1-15, 1987. mother's first name michelle. birth father was in the navy. [ more ]
Sep 30, 1989 (F) - Mother is celeste young. her pairents chose the adopted pairents and they were in the northeast of the country. [ more ]
Sep 29, 1966 (F) - Mother is kathleen s. thomas [ more ]
Mar 8, 1976 (M) - Catholic services is now catholic charities, my son was placed with a family on 4-7-76, family transferred from ... [ more ]
Apr 30, 1975 (F) - I have very little information but i am trying to reunite with my sister. our mothers name is sherry dianne ... [ more ]
Nov 30, 1967 (M) - Looking for little brother that was born in 1968 in bridgeport conneticut. last name at birth henn or wright. you ... [ more ]
Nov 30, 1982 (M) - His name was changed to daniel a kellond [ more ]
Jun 4, 1985 (F) - Baby had webbed toe when born that was removed in operation at birth. [ more ]


Florida Adoption Blogs

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