When you're trying to adopt or conceive

If you decide to become a Choice Mom, the questions get even more detailed. We have some of the answers in two sections: What do you need to know BEFORE trying, and then how do you proceed when you're ready to try. Questions covered here:

• What should I know about issues that can affect my child?
  
• What are the realities of each method to motherhood (adoption, known donor, anonymous donor, open vs. closed, international vs. domestic, foster care, at-home insemination)?
  
• What do I need to know about conceiving (especially after 35) and adopting on my own?
  
• How do I find the right single- or lesbian-friendly doctor, adoption agency, mental health counselor, fertility clinic, attorney?
  

This is the place to find some answers.

Check out the blogs section at top to find entries specific to the Trying stage. We welcome your submissions about emotions you're feeling, concerns you have, and other issues you'd like to raise with fellow Tryers in the Choice Mom community.