Also you will want to make sure that you are comfortable with your social worker, and that they are a knowledgeable and reliable source of information and support. Your home and your family will be scrutinized in a harsh light. The social worker who prepares your report is a valuable resource and serves as an advocate for you and your family . Foreign governments take a huge leap of faith when they place young lives into the hands of relative strangers from thousands of miles away. They are also an opportunity for you to learn more about the process, ask any questions that you might have, express any concerns and find support and guidance if that is what you need.
Every family is unique and there is no one formula for perfect parenting.
Your Social Worker should not expect you to be perfect. They should not expect you to already have a childproofed home if you are currently childless. They are there to help you, make suggestions and assist you in achieving your goal of adopting internationally. In most cases you will need to provide additional copies of marriage and birth certificates to your social worker. This may vary depending on the state in which your homestudy is conducted and the agency which is conducting the homestudy.