"Adopting a kid" means legally becoming a parent to a child who is not biologically yours. It involves taking care of them, providing love, support, and a home, just like a biological parent would. Full definition
It's almost an inside joke among parents with adopted kids, particularly those whose kids joined the family past infancy. (fairfamilies.org)
These are the ten things you wish you knew before choosing adoption the things adopted kids wish their adoptive parents knew before making the adoption decision. (dailyfreebooks.com)
I saw a couple of people recommend books which aren't so great for adopted kid, so keep that in mind. (theletteredcottage.net)