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The Case for Single Parent Adoption

liowkc Posted at 13:34 on Thu, 09/18/2008
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Perhaps the right question to ask is not why should single parent adopt rather the question is why not. I think people whether a couple or a single parent adopt basically for the same reasons and needs. And with the high divorce rate among married couples, a single parent from the start may be more stable for the child than breaking up of the household after adoption.

Of course, the burden of adoption will be heavier if if falls only on one person. It is difficult but not insurmountable.

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I agree

mamatee Posted at 21:05 on Sun, 09/21/2008

With so many single parents already out there, proving every single day that they can care for their children - it should definitely be allowed. I do think that anyone who is single should think things through very carefully before reaching that decision, of course. It's much harder to cope when there isn't anyone to share the burden, financially and emotionally. A single person who wants to adopt should have a really strong network as support - extended family, good friends, etc.

 I think you're right.

Beth Posted at 21:44 on Sat, 08/06/2011

 I think you're right. Finding children homes is important, and if you are single, you have the same rights as a couple to adopt. At the end of the day, all that matters is that your intentions are good and that you can provide for your child. Divorce rates are very high so most relationships are unstable as it is.

 I see where you're coming

NewMommy Posted at 22:15 on Thu, 08/11/2011

 I see where you're coming from but I feel being in a couple is important for a child because having both a mom and dad is important. One needs to relate to a female and a male and learn to interact and have those varying types of support. I don't think being a single parent is bad, I've just seen it hurt children. I grew up without a dad so I know how hard it can be. Both roles are very important to me and I would always prefer to try it that way if humanly possible. I know not everyone can do this for their child and that's fine because a home is better than no home :)

 Beautiful post and very

Mom2B Posted at 05:01 on Fri, 10/21/2011

 Beautiful post and very true. No matter the parent or parents who are adopting, if they have good intentions and they want a child to love and give a better home to; I say... more power to em :)