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HIV Adoption
A new phenomenon in the adoption world: Adopting children who are HIV positive. I've personally learned a great deal from the adoptive mom who runs this site, and I hope many others will as well.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/HIV_Positive.aspx

Little People (Dwarfism) Adoption
Dwarfism Specialty Site. Meet the wonderful advocate who runs this site and read her story, find resources and view waiting children.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Dwarfism.aspx

Albinism Adoption
Learn about children with albinism, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Albinism.aspx

Blind Adoption
Learn about children born sight-impaired and blind. Meet the families who have adopted these children, share in their stories and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Blind_-_Sight_Impaired.aspx

Cleft Lip or Palate Adoption
Cleft lip and palate are considered an 'easy' special need. Learn the realities of adopting a child with cleft, read personal stories, find resources and view waiting children.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Cleft_lip_or_palate.aspx

Club foot Adoption
Considering the adoption of a child born with one or more 'club' feet? Join us and learn the true joys and challenges, read stories, find resources and view waiting children.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Club_foot.aspx

Cerebral Palsy Adoption
Cerebral Palsy, the myths and the facts. A very misunderstood condition! CP can be very mild to severe. Join us here to find the truth, resources, stories and to view waiting children.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Cerebral_Palsy.aspx

Deaf Adoption
Deaf children are actually not very hard to place, but many older deaf children are waiting. Learn about adopting a deaf child, read inspiring stories and connect with other families.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Deaf_-_Hard_of_Hearing.aspx

Down Syndrome Adoption
Downs children are incredibly loveable, warm little people, whose futures, once in a family, have never been brighter! Please join us to view waiting children and learn more about adopting a down-syndrome child.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Down_Syndrome.aspx

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Adoption
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is a condition that every family should explore before adopting. Please join us here for the facts and professional articles as well as personal adoption stories.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Fetal_Alcohol_Syndrome.aspx

Heart Defect Adoption
Adopting a child with a heart defect can be scary. But the majority of these kids need normal, happy lives! Meet other families, read inspiring stories, find a waiting child!
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Heart_Defect.aspx

Hemophilia Adoption
It is rare a family will commit to adopting a child with hemophilia..but should you really be afraid? Learn more about hemophilia and its long-term outcomes, meet families, view waiting children.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Hemophilia.aspx

Hep B Adoption
Don't fear what you don't understand! Many families adopt Hep B Kids (we are one!) and find it is an incredibly easy disease that in many cases can be cured. Learn more, meet families and view waiting kids.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Hepatitis_B_Positive.aspx

Lazy Eye Adoption
Amblyopia and Strabismus (crossed eye) explained. Meet other adoptive families, find resources, view waiting children and read adoption stories.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Strabismus.aspx

Limb Differences Adoption
Many children are born missing a lower arm, a foot, fingers, and other a. appendages..but few limitations! These kids really know how to make up for their differences. Meet families, read stories and view waiting children
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Limb_Differences.aspx

Premature Adoption
Children born premature may have additional special needs. Experienced parents can help others considering adopting one of these children. Meet families, view resources and read stories
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Premature_Birth.aspx

Spina Bifida Adoption
There are vast degrees of Spina Bifida and it is important for families to educate themselves. Find resources, read stories and view waiting children.
http://www.adoptspinabifida.com/

Toddler Adoption
Are you considering adopting a child between the ages of 18 months and 3 years? Children this age have unique adjustment challenges that often leave parents bewildered. Learn more from experienced families.
http://www.toddleradoption.com/

Ambiguous Genitalia Adoption
Learn about children with Ambiguous Genitalia, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Ambiguous_Genitalia.aspx

Amniotic Band Syndrome / Missing Limbs Adoption
Learn about children with Amniotic Band Syndrome, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Amniotic_Band_Syndrome_-_Missing_Limbs.aspx

Anal Atresia / Imperforate Anus Adoption
Learn about children with Anal Atresia / Imperforate Anus, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Anal_Atresia_-_Imperforate_Anus.aspx

Apraxia of Speech and Muteness Adoption
Learn about children with Apraxia of Speech and Muteness Adoption, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Apraxia_of_Speech_and_Muteness.aspx

Arthrogryposis / Joint Disorders Adoption
Learn about children with Arthrogryposis, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Arthrogryposis_-_Joint_Disorders.aspx

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD’s) Adoption
Learn about children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Autism_Spectrum_Disorders_(ASD%E2%80%99s).aspx

Brachial Plexus Injury Adoption
Learn about children with Brachial Plexus Injury, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Brachial_Plexus_Injury.aspx

Burns Adoption
Learn about children with Burns, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Burns.aspx

Cataracts
Learn about children with Cataracts, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Cataracts.aspx

Congenital Blue Nevus Adoption
Learn about children withCongenital Blue Nevus , read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Congenital_Blue_Nevus.aspx

Congenital Nevi Adoption
Learn about children with Congenital Nevi , read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Congenital_Nevi.aspx

Diabetes Adoption
Learn about children with Diabetes, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Diabetes.aspx

Eczema Adoption
Learn about children with Eczema , read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Eczema.aspx

Epilepsy Adoption
Learn about children with Epilepsy, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Epilepsy.aspx

Failure to Thrive Adoption
Learn about children with Failure to Thrive, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Failure_to_Thrive.aspx

Funnel Chest / Pigeon Breast Adoption
Learn about children with Funnel Chest / Pigeon Breast, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Funnel_Chest_-_Pigeon_Breast.aspx

Hemifacial Microsomia Adoption
Learn about children with Hemifacial Microsomia, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Hemifacial_Microsomia.aspx

Hernia Adoption
Learn about children with Hernia , read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Hernia.aspx

Hydrocephalus Adoption
Learn about children with Hydrocephalus, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Hydrocephalus.aspx

Ichthyosis Adoption
Learn about children with Ichthyosis, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Ichthyosis.aspx

Lead Exposure Adoption
Learn about children with Lead Exposure, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Lead_Exposure.aspx

Lymphedema Adoption
Learn about children with Lymphedema , read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Lymphedema.aspx

Megacolon Adoption
Learn about children with Megacolon , read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Megacolon.aspx

Microtia and Atresia Adoption
Learn about children with Microtia and Atresia , read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Microtia_and_Atresia.aspx

Missing Eye Adoption
Learn about children with Missing Eye, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Missing_Eye.aspx

Older Child (above the age of 3 years) Adoption
Learn about children with Older Child , read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Older_Child_(above_the_age_of_3_years).aspx

Osteogenesis Imperfecta Adoption
Learn about children with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Osteogenesis_Imperfecta.aspx

Port Wine Stains Adoption
Learn about children with Port Wine Stains, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Port_Wine_Stains.aspx

Ptosis Adoption
Learn about children with Ptosis, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Ptosis.aspx

Radial Club Adoption
Learn about children with Radial Club, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Radial_Club.aspx

Rickets Adoption
Learn about children with Rickets, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Rickets.aspx

Scoliosis Adoption
Learn about children with Scoliosis, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Scoliosis.aspx

Strabismus
Learn about children with Strabismus, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Strabismus.aspx

Teratoma Adoption
Learn about children with Teratoma, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Teratoma.aspx

Thalassemia Adoption
Learn about children with Thalassemia, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Thalassemia.aspx

Torticollis Adoption
Learn about children with Torticollis , read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Torticollis.aspx

Adoptee Groups / Organizations

KAAN
KAAN is the Korean American Adoptee Adoptive Family Network. Adoptees, Adoptive Parents and Korean Americans are involved in this organization, making it a most inclusive organization. KAAN is a network which links individuals and organizations across the United States and Canada.
http://www.kaanet.com/

Nystagmus Adoption
Learn about children with Nystagmus, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Nystagmus.aspx

Seizure Disorder/ Epilepsy Adoption
Learn about children with Seizure Disorder, read personal adoption stories, locate resources, meet other adoptive families and view children who are waiting for a family.
http://specialneedsadoption.rainbowkids.com/Seizure_Disorder-_Epilepsy.aspx

Adoption General

My Adoption Links
An incredible list of links, categorized by country. A Must See Site!
http://www.myadoptionlinks.com/

Adoption Medicine / Clinics

Advocacy

Voice of the Orphan
A combined effort of organizations, agencies and advocacy groups, Voice of the Orphan's mission is to raise awareness and encourage Christians and Churches to take action now to help the nearly 150 million orphans around the world who are waiting to experience God’s unfailing love
http://www.voiceoftheorphan.org

North American Council on Adoptable Children
NACAC promotes and supports permanent families for children and youth in the U.S. and Canada who have been in care—especially those in foster care and those with special needs.
http://nacac.org/

Kazkah Adoptive Families
Within this site you will find information about Kazakhstan and lots of links to other websites that have information. The Kazakh language section is unique for the Internet; it contains the largest list of words/phrases and names available online. You will also find information related to international adoption from Kazakhstan: the process, the trip, and what happens once you are home.
http://kazakhadoptivefamilies.com/index.html

Institute for Adoption Information
Our mission is to develop tools for triad members - adoptees as well as their birth and adoptive parents - to use to educate others about adoption and to dispel the myths and stereotypes surrounding adoption.
http://www.adoptioninformationinstitute.org

Law and Parents
LawAndParents was formed to offer a unique reference point on the law, your rights and your responsibilites as a parent. The extent to which we can be held responsible for our children's behaviour can be a merky area. This site explains the law and your rights. Our concern was that there was no single UK resource for interesting features and practical advice on this subject. Our features and articles are written by professional journalists and experts - who have a particular interest, or a background in this area.
http://www.lawandparents.co.uk/ParentsRightsCategory.html

Blogs

AdoptBlogger
Martha Osborne's Voice on Adoption - Editor of RainbowKids.com shares the fun and trials of raising her five children.
http://www.adoptblogger.com

RK Blogs
Free Blog Community for Adoptive Families
http://rkblogs.com

AdoptionBuzz
Adoption Buzz, founded October 2006, is a blog dedicated to tracking and reporting on current events, adoption laws, and changing adoption processes facing the world of international adoption. With hundreds of adoption agencies to choose from, multiple adoption websites, and a nearly endless choice of adoption-based chatrooms providing information and opinions about international adoption, adoptive families and adoption professionals face many sources of information that often offer conflicting reports.
http://www.adoptionbuzz.org/

Culture Camps

Dossier Preparation

Education

Email Groups

Hosting a Child

Humanitarian Aid

Parenting (General)

Pro-Life Sites

ProLife Blogs
ProLifeBlogs.com disseminates unique news and commentary on life oriented issues and events that are ignored or under reported by traditional news sources.
http://www.prolifeblogs.com

Products / Gifts

Publications

Research and Studies

Adoption Jewels
Adoption author and speaker Sherri Eldridge strives to make forever fingerprints on hearts touched by adoption through her advice in books and articles.
http://www.sherrieeldridge.com/

Support Groups

Open Adoption Support
Website connecting all people interested in Open Adoption.
http://www.openadoptionsupport.com

Latin America Parents Association
LAPA is a not-for-profit organization based in the state of New York. We are a volunteer association of adoptive parents committed to aiding people seeking to adopt children.
http://www.lapa.com

Translations/Languages

Travel