Children in care are 9 times more likely to have special educational needs than those who live with their parents. A shocking statistic that may scare off some potential adoptive parents however this isn’t as scary as it may seem. All children deserve to be loved!
How much does it cost to adopt a child?
If you are considering adopting a child then you may want to think about how much it may cost to raise a child. Another mouth to feed will of course increase your monthly outgoings but for many this is hugely outweighed by the desire to be a parent.
New born: Can I adopt a baby?
Did you know, you cannot adopt a baby from birth? It may seem like the perfect situation, cutting the birth parent’s attachment and allowing you to have more time with the child, but there is heavy tape restrictions around the adoption of babies.