Real life stories
Whether you have made the decision to adopt or are still thinking about it, listening to people who have first-hand experience of adoption and the process will give you an insight.
Sinitta on adoption
Sinitta talks about the adoption of her two children.
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Adopting children with special needs and disabilities
Avril's has two adopted sons and a foster son. She talks about her adoption journey and caring for children with special needs and disabilities. Open the transcript for this audio content (pdf).
Adoption within the black community
Listen to Shegan and Sheyi speak about adopting their son.
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Becoming a single adoptive parent
Carol talks about adopting as a single person. She adopted her son when he was 9 years old.
Adopting brothers and sisters - Kim and Paolo
Kim and Paulo talk about the change in their lives since adopting their two daughters.
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Adopting boys
Jane adopted four boys in total and she speaks about how they have developed as a family.
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There are information events happening around the UK. The majority of events will be held between 9-15 November, although some may be earlier or later. These are opportunities for you to speak with the people involved in finding families for children. Find your local event
