Adoption should be the ONLY OPTION:
PLEASE, CONSIDER ADOPTION. Not only for the sake of the life growing inside you, but for your OWN WELL-BEING.
All info you need SA & International
https://www.babiesonline.co.za/adoption
Pro-Life, Adoption & Anti-Abortion websites:
What is Adoption? Adoption is the legal process of adding a person to an existing family. Adoption, unlike foster care, is meant to be permanent. The goal of adoption is to provide lifelong security to the child and the adoptive family.
A bit more information on Adoption in South Africa:
Children who are orphaned are obvious candidates for adoption.
Children can be adopted if the parents give up the child voluntarily, or
If the child is freed involuntarily through the court process known as termination of parental rights.
International adoption (adoption of children from other countries, for example, from foreign orphanages) is also often possible.
Depending on the type, adoption can sometimes cost tens of thousands of rands. Having experienced legal representation or expert in this field helps the adoptive parents regardless of the type of adoption.
Sometimes, adoptive parents connect with birth parents. The parties may already be related in some way. For example, a stepparent can adopt a spouse's birth child or grandparents can adopt their grandchildren. In other cases, parents may connect through word of mouth or newspaper advertisements.
In some cases, birth parents may appreciate the chance to visit the child. A positive relationship with the birth parents may make adoptive parents less likely to worry that the birth parents will try to reclaim the child. Maintaining a relationship with the birth family usually benefits the child. All such issues are often best discussed with an expert (such as a mental health professional and a legal professional) before deciding whether or not to have an open adoption.
To decide whether to adopt a child or not is always a difficult and emotional decision. You need to decide what age group you are looking at since it might take a lot longer to get a baby to adopt. You also need to decide whether you would be willing to adopt a child of another race and the adjustments that you need to make to ensure that you could accommodate your adopted child.
Adoption in South Africa normally takes place through the use of Adoption Agencies.
How does the adoption process in South Africa work?
Relative to the rest of the world, our process in South Africa is easy and fast. Screening process includes the following steps: (and this differs slightly from organization to organization)
For more information on the steps, the law, the costs and dealing with the emotions of adoption, contact Terri Lailvaux:
Adoption Counselor:
Terri Lailvaux - Counselor - Dip C (Inst NH)
Cell: 083 325 6034
Fax: 086 759 0813
Twitter: @adoptmom
Facebook: Adoptmom
Skype: lailvaux
Web: www.adoptmom.co.za
Support Group: (011) 640 6685
______________________________________________________________________________________
Adoption in South Africa:
Calora Baby: http://www.calorababy.co.za/for-you/adoption-in-south-africa.html
A large number of couples, who are unable to conceive naturally, usually consider the other alternative - adoption. For many couples, the chance to give a baby a home, love and care is far greater than the need to produce a child that contains their mix of DNA. Adoption in South Africa is a costly exercise and childless couples can choose to adopt a South African child, or adopt a child from an Eastern European country.
Most couples use the services of private adoption agencies and when the decision has been made to go the South African adoption route, couples who are desperately looking to adopt, must bear in mind that the South African adoption system has many black children who are in desperate need of love and care, while children from other races are limited.
Couples will then need to seriously think about whether they are ready to face the challenges which come with raising a child from another race, and how they will be able to combine their own beliefs and practices while bringing up the child in such a way to foster a healthy understanding of their own culture.
Adoption is one of the most rewarding types of parenting, but the fact remains that when a black child is adopted into a white family, the child together with the adoptive family will have to face a new set of challenges, that same-race adoptees need not.
Before the adoption The first phase of the adoption process will be an investigation and screening. Initially a detailed interview will be conducted with both partners and if all parties are happy with the outcome of the interview, a social worker will carry out a full social assessment as well as a psycho assessment. The family will need to prove that they their relationship is stable and their home are able to accommodate a child. It is important for the social worker to see that both partners in the relationship are eager for the adoption to take place.
After the tests and investigations have been conducted, the prospective parents are then placed on a waiting listing. The length of the wait will be determined by their criteria, again couples in South Africa who are looking only to adopt a Caucasian baby can expect to wait for a number of years and also those who are looking to adopt infants, could also be placed on a waiting list for at least a number of months.
The role of the adoption agency is to serve as go-between, working to satisfy the interests of the birth parents and the adoptive parents. This role includes counseling the birth mother or parents and explaining in full detail what the adoption process entails. Once the adoption has gone through, an agency will also offer ongoing support to both the new adoptive parents and the birth parents and this support will continue until the families are settled.
There are families who initiate the adoption on behalf of the birth parents, either the parents are too young or financially unstable to care for the infant. If the family adoption is to take place within the family, it is highly recommended that a legal adoption route should be followed and it is also important to bear in mind that the decision to give up the child for adopts rests solely with the birth parents.
Over the years, changes in South Africa have caused the adoption process to be changed and this changes, include, the rights of the birthfather and the fact that abortions in the country are now legal.
Things to consider, before initiating the adoption process As with planning a pregnancy, couples must ask themselves, if they are ready for parenthood. Adopting a baby is the same as giving birth to an infant, in that the parents will be 100% responsible for the child’s health, and wellbeing. Both prospective parents must be willing to accept the responsibility wholeheartedly and neither should feel pressurized in any way.
The cost of raising a child is high and prospective parents need to consider education, together with the many other long term costs of childcare.
Parents need to be emotionally ready to deal with the change in their lifestyle.
Adoption.org: http://www.adoption.org/adopt/adoption-agencies-in-south-africa.php
Contact them on: http://south-africa.adoption.com/
Private Adoption Forum – South Africa:
http://forums.adoption.com/south-africa-adoption/382703-private-south-african-adoption.html
Private Adoption Forum – International:
http://international.adoption.com/
Popular Programs:
And there is also a drop down list on this site to choose a country from to adopt a child:
As you go through this expansive section, you'll find information and resources on all topics of international adoption. Explore these pages and find the information you need. Once you do, you'll be able to make an informed decision and have a successful international adoption journey.
______________________________________________________________________________________
Adoption Websites in South Africa:
Adoption South Africa: - http://www.adoptionsa.co.za/
Welcome to the internet site of the private adoption practice "Adoption SA".
Social workers Joan Nathanson and Zoë Cohen specialize in providing adoption and related services. They have been involved in the field of adoption for over 20 years. During this time they have been privileged to facilitate hundreds of adoptions, both locally and internationally. Adoption SA can offer you a personalized and professional service in order to meet your adoption needs.
Services in this field include counseling of birth parents, counseling of prospective adoptive parents, screening of applicants for adoption, adoption placements, home studies, family adoptions and post adoption aftercare. A vital aspect of adoption is pre and post adoption support. The practice offers regular support groups for adoptive parents. Adoption SA also offer counseling services as well as services relating to legal social work.
The practice is situated in Johannesburg, but the social workers are able to work anywhere in South Africa.
Contact them via their Website: http://www.adoptionsa.co.za/contact.html
Adoption in South Africa: - http://www.adoption.org.za/
Call centre number - Our 0800 number is a 24-hour line.
0800 864 658 toll free within South Africa. Please dial this number if you would like to speak with a trained Adoption adviser.
Your call will be handled in the strictest of confidence.
Or e-mail them using this link:
http://www.adoption.org.za/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=32&Itemid=32
______________________________________________________________________________________
Adoption Agencies South Africa - phoning:
1. Major Welfare Adoption Agencies BADISA (CMR);
11 Pastorie Street, or Private Bag X8, Bellville, 7535
Tel: 021 957 7130.
E-mail: [email protected]
2. Child Welfare Adoption Centre (formerly at 13 Electric Road, Wynberg, 7800 (associated with Cape Town Child
Welfare)
Lower Klipfontein Road, Gatesville, Athlone, 7764.
Tel: (021) 638 3127
3. PROCARE 91 Church Street, Wellington
PO Box 6005, Paarl, 7622.
Tel: (021) 873 0532
E-mail: [email protected]
4. ACVV Adoption Service
(021) 461 7437 or (021) 511 2972
5. Birthline
(021) 761 4747
6. Catholic Women’s League Adoption Society
(011) 618 1533
7. Child Welfare Adoption Centre
(021) 674 4170
8. Choices Crisis Pregnancy Centre
(021) 852 6454
9. Crisis Line
(011) 614 3149
10. Johannesburg Welfare
(011) 331 0171
11. Orange Vroue Vereniging Tak
(051) 447 1838
12. Princess Alice Adoption Home
(011) 646 5641/486 1137. Referrals by JHB Welfare
______________________________________________________________________________________
America: Adoption Agencies & Assistance:
Adopting.Org - http://www.adopting.org/ia/?p=32
Resources to help you on this website:
You can also find a link on this website to finding your birth-parents:
Search Quest America – Birth Family Search (Professional Search Specialists)
Adopt Help: - http://www.adopthelp.com/
Toll Free and Confidential 24 Hour Hotline (800) 637-7999
AdoptHelp welcomes your online inquiries. All contact with AdoptHelp is confidential and we are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
http://www.adopthelp.com/contact/
You also can call AdoptHelp toll free at (America only):
1 (800) 637-7999 or (888) Adopt80
Spaulding for Children: - http://spaulding.org/cfs/adoption/
Adoption Services - Spaulding for Children: http://spaulding.org/cfs/
Spaulding for Children is a private, non-profit adoption agency. We are committed to finding families to adopt children that are older, children from the Child Welfare system. SFC does not charge any fees for adoption services.
Click on the links below to learn more!
Spaulding for Children,
16250 Northland Drive,
Suite 100,
Southfield, MI 48075
Phone: 248.443.7080
Fax: 248.443.7099
[email protected]
United Kingdom: - Hope and Homes for Children:
Website: http://www.hopeandhomes.com/
E-mail: [email protected]
Write to: We are happy to answer any questions you have and discuss any inquiries about
our work.
Our details: Hope and Homes for Children
East Clyffe
Salisbury
Wiltshire
SP3 4LZ
Tel: 01722 790111
Fax: 01722 790024
Pro-Life website:
http://www.f2photographystudio.com/Family/FRETZ-PERSONAL/Walter-Joshua-Fretz/30125093_Xc94HL
Anti-Abortion Website:
http://abort97.org/?page_id=70
Pro-Life, Adoption & Anti-Abortion websites:
What is Adoption? Adoption is the legal process of adding a person to an existing family. Adoption, unlike foster care, is meant to be permanent. The goal of adoption is to provide lifelong security to the child and the adoptive family.
A bit more information on Adoption in South Africa:
Children who are orphaned are obvious candidates for adoption.
Children can be adopted if the parents give up the child voluntarily, or
If the child is freed involuntarily through the court process known as termination of parental rights.
International adoption (adoption of children from other countries, for example, from foreign orphanages) is also often possible.
Depending on the type, adoption can sometimes cost tens of thousands of rands. Having experienced legal representation or expert in this field helps the adoptive parents regardless of the type of adoption.
Sometimes, adoptive parents connect with birth parents. The parties may already be related in some way. For example, a stepparent can adopt a spouse's birth child or grandparents can adopt their grandchildren. In other cases, parents may connect through word of mouth or newspaper advertisements.
In some cases, birth parents may appreciate the chance to visit the child. A positive relationship with the birth parents may make adoptive parents less likely to worry that the birth parents will try to reclaim the child. Maintaining a relationship with the birth family usually benefits the child. All such issues are often best discussed with an expert (such as a mental health professional and a legal professional) before deciding whether or not to have an open adoption.
To decide whether to adopt a child or not is always a difficult and emotional decision. You need to decide what age group you are looking at since it might take a lot longer to get a baby to adopt. You also need to decide whether you would be willing to adopt a child of another race and the adjustments that you need to make to ensure that you could accommodate your adopted child.
Adoption in South Africa normally takes place through the use of Adoption Agencies.
How does the adoption process in South Africa work?
Relative to the rest of the world, our process in South Africa is easy and fast. Screening process includes the following steps: (and this differs slightly from organization to organization)
- Orientation
- Counseling and interviews focusing on infertility, background, marriage, extended family support, parenting, finances, culture and home environment
- Home visit
- Full medical
- Psychometric testing
- Police Clearance
- Matching, placement and legal finalization
- Two year after care and support
For more information on the steps, the law, the costs and dealing with the emotions of adoption, contact Terri Lailvaux:
Adoption Counselor:
Terri Lailvaux - Counselor - Dip C (Inst NH)
Cell: 083 325 6034
Fax: 086 759 0813
Twitter: @adoptmom
Facebook: Adoptmom
Skype: lailvaux
Web: www.adoptmom.co.za
Support Group: (011) 640 6685
______________________________________________________________________________________
Adoption in South Africa:
Calora Baby: http://www.calorababy.co.za/for-you/adoption-in-south-africa.html
A large number of couples, who are unable to conceive naturally, usually consider the other alternative - adoption. For many couples, the chance to give a baby a home, love and care is far greater than the need to produce a child that contains their mix of DNA. Adoption in South Africa is a costly exercise and childless couples can choose to adopt a South African child, or adopt a child from an Eastern European country.
Most couples use the services of private adoption agencies and when the decision has been made to go the South African adoption route, couples who are desperately looking to adopt, must bear in mind that the South African adoption system has many black children who are in desperate need of love and care, while children from other races are limited.
Couples will then need to seriously think about whether they are ready to face the challenges which come with raising a child from another race, and how they will be able to combine their own beliefs and practices while bringing up the child in such a way to foster a healthy understanding of their own culture.
Adoption is one of the most rewarding types of parenting, but the fact remains that when a black child is adopted into a white family, the child together with the adoptive family will have to face a new set of challenges, that same-race adoptees need not.
Before the adoption The first phase of the adoption process will be an investigation and screening. Initially a detailed interview will be conducted with both partners and if all parties are happy with the outcome of the interview, a social worker will carry out a full social assessment as well as a psycho assessment. The family will need to prove that they their relationship is stable and their home are able to accommodate a child. It is important for the social worker to see that both partners in the relationship are eager for the adoption to take place.
After the tests and investigations have been conducted, the prospective parents are then placed on a waiting listing. The length of the wait will be determined by their criteria, again couples in South Africa who are looking only to adopt a Caucasian baby can expect to wait for a number of years and also those who are looking to adopt infants, could also be placed on a waiting list for at least a number of months.
The role of the adoption agency is to serve as go-between, working to satisfy the interests of the birth parents and the adoptive parents. This role includes counseling the birth mother or parents and explaining in full detail what the adoption process entails. Once the adoption has gone through, an agency will also offer ongoing support to both the new adoptive parents and the birth parents and this support will continue until the families are settled.
There are families who initiate the adoption on behalf of the birth parents, either the parents are too young or financially unstable to care for the infant. If the family adoption is to take place within the family, it is highly recommended that a legal adoption route should be followed and it is also important to bear in mind that the decision to give up the child for adopts rests solely with the birth parents.
Over the years, changes in South Africa have caused the adoption process to be changed and this changes, include, the rights of the birthfather and the fact that abortions in the country are now legal.
Things to consider, before initiating the adoption process As with planning a pregnancy, couples must ask themselves, if they are ready for parenthood. Adopting a baby is the same as giving birth to an infant, in that the parents will be 100% responsible for the child’s health, and wellbeing. Both prospective parents must be willing to accept the responsibility wholeheartedly and neither should feel pressurized in any way.
The cost of raising a child is high and prospective parents need to consider education, together with the many other long term costs of childcare.
Parents need to be emotionally ready to deal with the change in their lifestyle.
Adoption.org: http://www.adoption.org/adopt/adoption-agencies-in-south-africa.php
Contact them on: http://south-africa.adoption.com/
Private Adoption Forum – South Africa:
http://forums.adoption.com/south-africa-adoption/382703-private-south-african-adoption.html
Private Adoption Forum – International:
http://international.adoption.com/
Popular Programs:
And there is also a drop down list on this site to choose a country from to adopt a child:
As you go through this expansive section, you'll find information and resources on all topics of international adoption. Explore these pages and find the information you need. Once you do, you'll be able to make an informed decision and have a successful international adoption journey.
______________________________________________________________________________________
Adoption Websites in South Africa:
Adoption South Africa: - http://www.adoptionsa.co.za/
Welcome to the internet site of the private adoption practice "Adoption SA".
Social workers Joan Nathanson and Zoë Cohen specialize in providing adoption and related services. They have been involved in the field of adoption for over 20 years. During this time they have been privileged to facilitate hundreds of adoptions, both locally and internationally. Adoption SA can offer you a personalized and professional service in order to meet your adoption needs.
Services in this field include counseling of birth parents, counseling of prospective adoptive parents, screening of applicants for adoption, adoption placements, home studies, family adoptions and post adoption aftercare. A vital aspect of adoption is pre and post adoption support. The practice offers regular support groups for adoptive parents. Adoption SA also offer counseling services as well as services relating to legal social work.
The practice is situated in Johannesburg, but the social workers are able to work anywhere in South Africa.
Contact them via their Website: http://www.adoptionsa.co.za/contact.html
Adoption in South Africa: - http://www.adoption.org.za/
Call centre number - Our 0800 number is a 24-hour line.
0800 864 658 toll free within South Africa. Please dial this number if you would like to speak with a trained Adoption adviser.
Your call will be handled in the strictest of confidence.
Or e-mail them using this link:
http://www.adoption.org.za/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=32&Itemid=32
______________________________________________________________________________________
Adoption Agencies South Africa - phoning:
1. Major Welfare Adoption Agencies BADISA (CMR);
11 Pastorie Street, or Private Bag X8, Bellville, 7535
Tel: 021 957 7130.
E-mail: [email protected]
2. Child Welfare Adoption Centre (formerly at 13 Electric Road, Wynberg, 7800 (associated with Cape Town Child
Welfare)
Lower Klipfontein Road, Gatesville, Athlone, 7764.
Tel: (021) 638 3127
3. PROCARE 91 Church Street, Wellington
PO Box 6005, Paarl, 7622.
Tel: (021) 873 0532
E-mail: [email protected]
4. ACVV Adoption Service
(021) 461 7437 or (021) 511 2972
5. Birthline
(021) 761 4747
6. Catholic Women’s League Adoption Society
(011) 618 1533
7. Child Welfare Adoption Centre
(021) 674 4170
8. Choices Crisis Pregnancy Centre
(021) 852 6454
9. Crisis Line
(011) 614 3149
10. Johannesburg Welfare
(011) 331 0171
11. Orange Vroue Vereniging Tak
(051) 447 1838
12. Princess Alice Adoption Home
(011) 646 5641/486 1137. Referrals by JHB Welfare
______________________________________________________________________________________
America: Adoption Agencies & Assistance:
Adopting.Org - http://www.adopting.org/ia/?p=32
Resources to help you on this website:
- Adoption Resources
- Adoption Attorneys
- Adoption Professionals
- Adoption Information
- State Agencies
- Adoption Profiles
- Adoption Photolisting
You can also find a link on this website to finding your birth-parents:
Search Quest America – Birth Family Search (Professional Search Specialists)
Adopt Help: - http://www.adopthelp.com/
Toll Free and Confidential 24 Hour Hotline (800) 637-7999
AdoptHelp welcomes your online inquiries. All contact with AdoptHelp is confidential and we are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
http://www.adopthelp.com/contact/
You also can call AdoptHelp toll free at (America only):
1 (800) 637-7999 or (888) Adopt80
Spaulding for Children: - http://spaulding.org/cfs/adoption/
Adoption Services - Spaulding for Children: http://spaulding.org/cfs/
Spaulding for Children is a private, non-profit adoption agency. We are committed to finding families to adopt children that are older, children from the Child Welfare system. SFC does not charge any fees for adoption services.
Click on the links below to learn more!
- 10 Steps to Becoming a Foster and/or Adoptive Family Resource
- How to become an Adoptive Parent
- Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Program
Spaulding for Children,
16250 Northland Drive,
Suite 100,
Southfield, MI 48075
Phone: 248.443.7080
Fax: 248.443.7099
[email protected]
United Kingdom: - Hope and Homes for Children:
Website: http://www.hopeandhomes.com/
E-mail: [email protected]
Write to: We are happy to answer any questions you have and discuss any inquiries about
our work.
Our details: Hope and Homes for Children
East Clyffe
Salisbury
Wiltshire
SP3 4LZ
Tel: 01722 790111
Fax: 01722 790024
Pro-Life website:
http://www.f2photographystudio.com/Family/FRETZ-PERSONAL/Walter-Joshua-Fretz/30125093_Xc94HL
Anti-Abortion Website:
http://abort97.org/?page_id=70