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I've seen posts of couples that are young and wanting to adopt, but I was wondering the chances of a woman adopting a child as a single parent. I am 21 years old and have a two year old biological daughter now. I do own a home and have a decent job and am really hoping to add to my family, but I don't want to get too excited only to be turned down. I live in Florida (if anyone knows the regualtions there) and am actually wishing to adopt a sibling group (probably no more than two kids) if possible. I was also wondering about the age difference there may need to be between the adopted child and myself. If anyone can give me any information or advice I would be so grateful.. Thanks in advance.
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I don't live in your state either, but I can tell you based on what I know with my own state is, the child(ren)'s worker will be looking at what is in the best interest of the child(ren). I don't know that your age will play a huge part but might play some if you are looking to adopt someone closer to your own age. Your state will concider your experience with special needs children (as a sibling group may very well be) and the support you have around you. My own personal advice to you is to think long and hard before you think about disrupting the birth order too. Many people have different feelings about this though. I think it is awesome that you have the heart to adopt through your state and wish you the best! Read up and talk with lots of people because it can be a difficult and long road that is sometimes lonely. I suggest you go to the special needs adoption forum and to the foster adoption forums to learn about other's experiences.