{"id":332773,"date":"2018-05-13T16:49:10","date_gmt":"2018-05-13T08:49:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/uncategorized-hk\/5-things-consider-adoption-sg-332773.html"},"modified":"2019-05-03T00:08:17","modified_gmt":"2019-05-02T16:08:17","slug":"5-things-consider-adoption-sg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/hk\/parenting-hk\/family-matters-hk\/5-things-consider-adoption-sg-332773.html","title":{"rendered":"Considering Adoption? Here are 5 things to know about adopting in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>Abandonment - something that not many of us have experienced before. But, for some <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/parenting\/parenting-tips\/childs-room-decoration-256822.html\">children<\/a>, it is a very real predicament. Many orphaned children don't know what it's like to have their mother kiss them on the cheek before bedtime or to snuggle up onto their father's lap.<\/p> <p>Thankfully, just because they've lost their parents doesn't mean they've lost their chance of being in a family forever. Many orphans have been granted a fresh start in life by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/parenting\/family-matters\/regular-family-meals-create-healthier-well-behaved-children-according-new-study-293753.html\">loving families<\/a> who welcome them into their homes with open arms. For the first time in their lives, these children are able to experience the warmth and sense of belonging being in a family brings.<\/p> <p>If you'd like to have your own children but can't, or, even if you can, why not consider taking in a child that's looking for a home? Not only would you be giving a child a new family, you'd be giving him\/her a new life. Of course, adopting a child is an undeniably <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/career-advice\/tips-for-success\/7-questions-ask-quitting-job-250186.html\">daunting journey<\/a> filled with uncertainty and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/career-advice\/tips-for-success\/how-to-deal-with-difficult-people-194622.html\">difficulties<\/a>. But, it may also be one of the most fulfilling experiences in your life. To help ease you into this decision, we've collated a list of vital factors you should consider before adopting in <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/food\/hot-spots\/recommended-spots\/a-360-tour-of-3-hot-new-restaurants-in-singapore-308776.html\">Singapore<\/a>. From established agencies you can turn to for advice to the details of the adoption process, we've got you covered. Head over to our gallery to find out more!<\/p> <p><em>Lim Han<\/em><\/p> <p><em>Photos: Getty Images<\/em><\/p> <h2> <span>Read More:<\/span> <\/h2> <p><a title=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/parenting\/parenting-tips\/5-unhealthy-parenting-styles-to-ditch-293439.html\">5 Unhealthy parenting styles to ditch in 2018, according to experts<\/a><\/p> <p><a title=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/parenting\/family-matters\/what-is-a-yes-day-284281.html\">What is a \u2018Yes Day\u2019?: The new parenting trend dividing the Internet<\/a><\/p> <p><a title=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/parenting\/parenting-tips\/tips-prevent-sibling-rivalry-225174.html\">Positive Parenting: 10 Tips to prevent sibling rivalry<\/a><\/p> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking of welcoming a new member into your family? 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