US Adoption
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Adoption
Asked by T.R. from Denver
on January 18, 2008
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I just posted. We are also looking into adoption. I spoke to someone on here a long time ago who knew a lot about public adoption... I can't find that conversation any...
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- I guess i have the same question. Private or CPS (state)? Ive just begun my process of adopting a sibling group of 5 through the state. If you have any questions, let ...
- are you looking into open adoption or private?
- T., I haven't posted about Adoption on this board before, but I am an adoptive mother of 2. Both of my experiences were amazing and, from start to finish 2 month p...
Adoption
Asked by R.W. from Portland
on August 11, 2008
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My husband and I are talking about adopting a child. We are open the the sex of the child and also the age of the child. I would love to hear any personal stories fr...
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- my daughter's best friend and sister were adopted from texas. their parents had looked into foreign adoption but were discouraged by the cost and red tape. after the...
- I was adopted as a baby and always knew that I would give other children that same gift as well. We have adopted two wonderful boys, one at birth through a private ad...
- I have two daughter (1 and 4) who we adopted at birth. They are perfect, healthy, caucasian little girls. We adopted through Antioch Adoptions. They are a Christain...
Adoption
Asked by T.M. from Detroit
on December 15, 2008
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My husband and I are looking to adopt, and wondering if anybody knows of a good adoption agency. We are planning on adopting through the state. From what I have read...
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- Hi T.. There is a very good adoption agency right here in Midland. The organization is called Adoption Option Inc. and you can read about the organization and get th...
- My friend, Amy Zauel, works for Family Adoption Consultants. Their website is http://www.facadopt.org/ Amy is super wonderful and their agency is very effective and ...
- My mother and my aunt were both adopted through wayne county catholic services. They both applied for passports recently and WCCS worked wonders with helping them get...
Adoption
Asked by S.S. from Chicago
on March 11, 2009
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Hello Moms,
I needed some advice. My husband has a brother back in India, who does not have children and is having problems conceiving. We are married for almost 6...
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- That is the craziest thing I have ever heard of. I don't know much about the Indian culture, but I could never conceive a child out of love with my spouse and just han...
- Dear S., I am an adoption professional and have worked in the field for neary 14 years doing both domestic infant adoption and international adoption. I also do pri...
- Hi S., Absolutely do NOT agree to give up a child. I talked to psychologist on this topic because my sister was not able to conceive a child. The psychologist expla...
Adoption???
Asked by P.A. from Houston
on December 5, 2007
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My husband and I have a dilema. I am 43 abd he is 37. We have a 4 1/2 year old who we adore! However, we would both like to have another child. I have recently discove...
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- I would think if it this way... if God truly doesn't want you to have more kids, I don't think an adoption agency is going to overrule Him! If He doesn't want you hav...
- P., I can certainly understand your dilemma here. My only advice here is to be sure that whatever happens - make sure that you are BOTH comfortable with that decisio...
- Hi, P.... I completely understand your "misgivings" about adoption. One thing I noticed, though, was that you say you would like to adopt a child "of the same race"...
Adoption
Asked by M.B. from Atlanta
on December 18, 2008
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My husband and I have adopted 2 beautiful children. We fostered them until they were released for adoption. They are both boys and they are 4.5 months apart. The oldes...
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- M., First, I want to congratulate you and your hubby for adopting. It's a beautiful way to build a family. Second your older son seems to me to have Reactive Atta...
- It sounds as if your son may have Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). It is easily treated and there are fantastic therapists who help with this disorder and can do te...
- I have my own natural children and adopted children and I have a degree in Child Development. The first thing I can tell you is that you received both your children a...
Donor Egg Vs. International Adoption Vs. Domestic Adoption
Asked by K.L. from Los Angeles
on May 20, 2008
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I am a 44 year old mother of two. We would very much like to add another baby to our family, but unfortunately I am too old. After much research, I find I am left wi...
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- Hello, If you want any information or have any questions on adoption please feel free to contact me. I'm a social worker for an adoption agency and would be happy t...
- Domestic adoption is only long and difficult if you want a white baby. There are many minority babies/children without homes. This is just as sad Russian babies with...
- Adding another mouth to this already overcrowded world via invitro seems a bit much for me. Your ability to procreate is no longer and, in following with the natural ...
Adoption Resources
Asked by P.L. from Chicago
on July 24, 2007
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I am looking for any and all information regarding adoption. Can any of you share your experience with me?
Thank you
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- A friend of mine runs this: www.theadoptionconsultant.com I support, educate and advise families going through the adoption process. If you are considering adopti...
- Hi P., I am a mom and an adoption specialist. I do both domestic and international adoptions for a social service agency in the city and suburbs. I would be happy to ...
- We have three adopted children all adopted with the help of The Cradle in Evanston. We love the Cradle. They are amazing at educating both adoptive parents as well a...
Adoption Experiences
Asked by C.M. from Bismarck
on November 18, 2006
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We are already in our mid 30s but would still like a larger family; we have talked a little about adoption but don't know much about it. Seeking any info anyone could...
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- Hi! We adopted our first child in 2002 when we couldn't get pregnant for several years. We worked in Boise, ID with CASI Foundation for Children- A GREAT organization....
- I KNOW MANY PEOPLE THAT HAVE ADAOPTED AND THEY HAVE BEEN SO HAPPY!! MY AUNT ADPOTED BOTH OF HER CHILDREN...THE FIRST WAS AN OPEN ADOPTION (WHEN HE WAS READY HE WAS SH...
- I am adopted my self and when my parents went through the process they contacted Luthern Brotherhood. Now I know they changed their name to Thrievent. I believe they...
Adoption Agency
Asked by L.S. from Dallas
on December 27, 2006
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Can anyone recommend an adoption agency? We have one awesome son thanks to IVF but we want to adopt the next baby instead of going through IVF again.
Thanks!
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- The Gladney Center in Ft Worth is awesome.... not only do they do so much to help create families but they really help birth mothers with counseling, school, etc. Our...
- Well, we went through Hope Cottage to adopt our son 2 years ago. They're excellent- easy and friendly.
- My sister in law and her husband just finished adopting a little girl from Russia in July they used light house adoption agency. And from what she has told me they are...
