How does adoption work in Sims 4?

Adoption in Sims 4 is a process that allows Young Adults and older Sims to adopt a new child via their phone by selecting the Household tab and choosing the Call Adoption Agency option, then selecting the Adopt a Child option, with the only requirement being the ability to afford the initial §1,000 fee. The adoption process is straightforward, with the Sim family able to adopt children as long as they do not exceed the maximum household size of eight Sims, including humanoids, cats, and dogs.

Adoption Process

The adoption process in Sims 4 involves several steps, starting with the Sim initiating the adoption process by calling the Adoption Agency. Once the agency is contacted, the Sim will be presented with a panel showing potential adoptees, and they can choose which Baby, Toddler, or Child to adopt.

FAQs

General Adoption Questions

1. What are the requirements for adoption in Sims 4? The only requirement for adoption in Sims 4 is the ability to afford the initial §1,000 fee, and the Sim family must not exceed the maximum household size of eight Sims, including humanoids, cats, and dogs.
2. Can you get your child back from child services in Sims 4? If a Sim child is taken by Child Services, the only way to get them back is to load an old save game, as there is no in-game option to recover a child taken by Child Services.
3. Do adopted Sims show up on the family tree? Adopted Sims will show up on the Family Tree in Sims 4, providing a way to keep track of the Sim’s family relationships.

Pregnancy and Childbirth

4. How do you speed up pregnancy in Sims 4? To speed up pregnancy in Sims 4, players can use the cheat code CTRL + Shift + C on PC or Command + Shift + C on Mac, then type sims.addbuff pregnancyinlabor to make the Sim go into labor.
5. Can Sims get abortions in Sims 4? While there is no official abortion option in Sims 4, some mods allow players to terminate a pregnancy, providing more control over the Sim’s reproductive choices.
6. How do you get rid of unwanted babies in Sims 4? To get rid of an unwanted baby in Sims 4, players can use the shift + right-click method to delete the Sim, or use Cheats to remove the baby from the game.

Relationship and Family

7. Can Sims adopt stepchildren? In Sims 4, stepchildren can be adopted, allowing Sims to officially become the parent of their partner’s child and build a stronger family bond.
8. Why can’t I adopt a baby in Sims 4? Adoption may not be possible if the Sim has two parents, or if the Sim family exceeds the maximum household size, preventing the adoption of a new child.
9. Why wont it let me have a baby in Sims 4? The “Try for Baby” option may be grayed out if the Sims are not in a romantic relationship or do not have a high enough relationship level, requiring players to build a stronger relationship before attempting to have a baby.

Mod-Related Questions

10. What is the pregnancy death mod for Sims 4? The Pregnant Aging & Death mod allows pregnant Sims to age up and die, making the game more realistic and challenging.
11. Can you give a baby up for adoption in Sims 4 using mods? Some mods, such as the Woohoo Wellness and Pregnancy Overhaul mod, provide the option to put children up for adoption, offering more flexibility in the game.

Pet-Related Questions

12. How does the adoption evaluation work for pets in Sims 4? To adopt a pet in Sims 4, players must interact with the pet and select the “Adopt” option, then confirm the adoption and pay the adoption fee.
13. What do the bubbles mean in Sims 4 pet? The thought bubbles that appear above a pet’s head indicate that the pet needs attention or has a specific need, such as hunger or affection, requiring the player to take action to care for the pet.

Miscellaneous

14. Why can’t I get pregnant in Sims 4? Pregnancy issues may be caused by Sims not having the correct custom gender settings, requiring players to adjust the settings in CAS to enable pregnancy.
15. How many babies can you be pregnant with in Sims 4? Sims can be pregnant with up to seven babies at a time, although the household size limit of eight Sims may prevent the Sim! from having that many children, as the Sim will need to wait for one of the children to grow up and move out before having another baby.