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Adopting in California

Agency adoptions in California can be done by licensed public or private agencies. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) also places children for adoption. In order for the agency to place a child for adoption, the child's birth parents must have their parental rights terminated. A court can terminate rights and parents can relinquish their own rights to their child. The CDSS helps birth parents who choose to place their child for adoption. They also help those families who want to adopt a child. They provide information and assistance to all families involved in the adoption process. When an individual chooses to work with an adoption agency, they must realize that...[more]

Adoption Professionals in California

Kristin A.F. Yellin is a licensed Attorney and Chief Counsel of Adoption Network Law Center. An advocate for the rights and well-being of children Kristin brings her knowledge and passion for children to the world of adoption, making her ideal in helping build families. [more]

Adoption Network Law Center (visit website)
1 (866) 266-6886

Mark Goldman is an attorney specializing in newborn domestic adoption and the founder of AdoptHelp Law Center. Mark Goldman is an attorney & founder of AdoptHelp Law Center. Mark's passion for giving clients the gift of parenthood & giving children the gift of family can be [more]

AdoptHelp Law Center (visit website)
(818) 789-3477, (800) 637-7999

A non-profit open adoption agency. Free services to birthparents throughout the U.S. Get your questions answered and choose the family for your child. International and full domestic services available to Northern California adoptive families. Work with experienced... [more]

Adoption Connection (visit website)
(415) 359-2494, (800) 972-9225

Adoption Alliance is a licensed non-profit international adoption program. Our experienced consultants offer adoption information, counseling and support in exploring options along the adoption pathway. Contact us now to get started! [more]

Adoption Alliance of Southern California (visit website)
(858) 637-3060

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Creating Families through the Miracle of Adoption. If you are looking to complete your family through adoption or place a child in a loving home due to an unplanned pregnancy, we are here to help. Why A is 4 Adoption? We are a small "hands on" organization with a passion for [more]

A is 4 Adoption (visit website)
(866) 569-2229, (866) 5 MY-BABY

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

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Unplanned Pregnancy

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

Children Waiting for Adoption in California

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 California who are hoping to be adopted.

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Desmond (California / 11 / M)

Desmond is a terrific kid who loves to listen to the sounds of musical toys. Although Desmond is non-verbal, he communicates needs by making simple sounds, and will cry to express displeasure.Desmond attends special educational school and... [more]

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Parent Profiles

Brandon & Shelley (AZ)

Brandon and I have been married for ten years. We are grateful that the opportunity to expand our family through adoption is available, and we thank... [more]

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Adopting Tips

Spend a weekend getting your home child or baby-ready for your new, beautiful addition. It is easier to do this before you bring your child home. [hide]

California Adoption Forums

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Danile White b.12/18/1977 California Tehama...
[list] [*] [/list]in search of cousin adopted out Name at Birth Danliel L White- born 12/18/1977...

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California Adoption Records
...California Department of Social Services Adoption Branch 744 P Street, MS 3-31 Sacramento, CA...

California Adoption Blogs

Adoptees and Medical History
Deena Back in School is a current news article about an eight-year old California...[ more ]

Would You Stay or Would You Go?
Brief backstory: I was born and raised in California, went to school in Pennsylvania,...[ more ]

Love Thursday: Thanksgiving
Always the grandest of Love Thursdays, Thanksgiving is the American holiday I miss the...[ more ]

Merging Cultures in Older Adopted Children
My pastor mentioned Erma Bombeck yesterday, one of my most favorite writers from the 70s...[ more ]

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Adoptees

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Mar 24, 1978 (M) - I found a baby picture of me with the name ronnie flair [ more ]

Mar 17, 1970 (M) - Born at "gardena mediCAl center" 2315 west compton blvd at 6:46 pm [ more ]

Apr 9, 1953 (F) - The attorney that represented my adoptive parents was a mr. may who had a law pratice in tulare, CAlif. he was... [ more ]

Feb 14, 1967 (F) - Birth mother & father lived in hawaii. birth mother CAme to sf to give birth. private adoption. [ more ]

Jun 6, 1967 (M) - Run-away teen, lived in the haight-ashbury district of san francisco at time of pregnancy. parents found her and... [ more ]

Oct 30, 1980 (F) - Sunnymead is now moreno valley and she has 6 brothers and sister two brothers are full blooded and 1sister the... [ more ]

Dec 29, 1967 (F) - Adopted through children's home society of santa barbara, CA.a simple dna test will establish maternity. [ more ]

Jan 1, 1983 (M) - It was an open adoption, but i have moved so much and been through so many changes since i last spoke to david and... [ more ]

Oct 15, 1971 (M) - Mothers maiden name: cynthia estella brannigan(since married, new last name may be gray). i may have siblings,... [ more ]

Jan 31, 1967 (M) - Much of this is approximate, especially the dates. most of it was derived from notes and letters that may have... [ more ]

Nov 30, 1969 - I am a father of a child i never knew. i am looking for a son or daughter but not sure where to start. i am not... [ more ]

Aug 28, 1960 (F) - Adopted via the CAtholic charities [ more ]

Dec 28, 1982 (M) - Your mother esther marie leon-guerrero is my oldest sister. you have a sister named melanie monique, shyla... [ more ]

Sep 24, 1964 (M) - Id #27919 [ more ]

Oct 17, 1955 (F) - I am looking for my mothers birth parents for mediCAl reasons only! we do not wish to interut anyones lives. we... [ more ]

California Adoption Registry

Mar 24, 1978 (M) - I found a baby picture of me with the name ronnie flair [ more ]

Mar 17, 1970 (M) - Born at "gardena mediCAl center" 2315 west compton blvd at 6:46 pm [ more ]

Apr 9, 1953 (F) - The attorney that represented my adoptive parents was a mr. may who had a law pratice in tulare, CAlif. he was... [ more ]

Feb 14, 1967 (F) - Birth mother & father lived in hawaii. birth mother CAme to sf to give birth. private adoption. [ more ]

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Jose (CA / 2 / M)

Jose’s delicate, enduring features will warm your heart and bring a smile to your face. This little guy is in need of a family who can provide... [more]

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