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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ronita Choudhuri-Wade

EXPLAINED: How lgbtq prospective parents can navigate the adoption process | Rare Historical Photos

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Adoption is one way LGBTQ+ people can fulfill their dreams of becoming a parent. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, same-sex couples were four times more likely than opposite-sex couples to adopt a child in 2019.

While LGBTQ+ prospective parents can expect a similar adoption process as opposite-sex couples, there are unique considerations involving whom to work with and how to pay for adoption.

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