Post-adoption reports are essential because they demonstrate compliance with agency and country requirements, reassure the placing country that the child is well cared for, and help maintain transparency and accountability when US citizens adopt from Bulgaria.

What Are Post-Adoption Reports?

Post-adoption reports are written updates completed by your home study social worker to ensure that the adopted child is thriving in their new environment. These reports include:

• 6-8 photos of the child with captions
• Details about the child’s health and well-being
• Information on how the family is adjusting

When Are Post-Adoption Reports Due?

For adoptions from Bulgaria, reports should be submitted to Gladney at the following intervals after you arrive home with your child:

• 1 month
• 6 months
• 12 months
• 18 months
• 2 years
• 2.5 years
• 3 years

For any questions or additional guidance, contact your adoption specialist.