The birth mother usually makes a “dream family list” that identifies the qualities important to her in an adoptive family. She is then presented with several families on our list that meet her requests and who have comfort levels matching her various social and medical history. She then selects from those families. Occasionally, birth mothers prefer us to select the adoptive family, and this is done in chronological order taking into consideration social/medical situations.

An independent investigation to verify your suitability as adoptive parents. They are valid for up to one year in Florida and can be updated easily. If you need assistance in obtaining a home study, Heart of Adoptions, Inc. can complete your home study or can refer you to a qualified professional if you live outside Florida. See our forms page to download our application. Our sister agency, Heart of Adoptions Alliance, Inc. handles international home studies, please visit www.heartofadoptionsalliance.com.

Florida law requires monthly post placement supervision visits for a minimum of 90 days and this is usually done by the individual or entity that conducted your home study. If additional visits are needed, you will be notified. Please be sure to notify your post placement provider when you receive a placement.

Not until the adoption is finalized and you receive the birth certificate. You can then apply for one at your local office.