Preface; Acknowledgments; Chapter 1 Making the Decision to Adopt; Chapter 2 An Overview of the Process of a Russian Adoption; Chapter 3 The Meeting; Chapter 4 Seven Weeks of Waiting; Chapter 5 Adoption Day; Photo essay; Chapter 6 The First Year as a Family; Chapter 7 Toddler Adoption; Chapter 8 Personal Challenges and Joys: John Sergei and Charlie Vitalij; Afterword; Additional Resources; Appendix A: National Adoption Organizations and Parent Support Groups; Appendix B: Additional Information on Adoptions and Foreign Travel; Appendix C: U.S. Immigration Requirements.
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متن يادداشت
This practical book explains the process of adopting a child from Russia, from first contact with a Russian agency through bonding with the adopted child back at home. Karwowski provides a resource that parents can carry along as they navigate the paperwork, the home assessment, court hearings, medical exams, and financial components of what can otherwise seem like an overwhelming process. Herself the adoptive parent of two sons from Russia, the author also details common issues families face as they acclimate their new child to their home, family, and American culture. Aiming to break the pro.
موضوع (اسم عام یاعبارت اسمی عام)
موضوع مستند نشده
Adoption -- Russia (Federation) -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
موضوع مستند نشده
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS -- Adoption & Fostering.
موضوع مستند نشده
Intercountry adoption -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
رده بندی کنگره
شماره رده
HV875
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58
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R8
نشانه اثر
A457
2009
نام شخص به منزله سر شناسه - (مسئولیت معنوی درجه اول )