US Adoption
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Adoption
Asked by J. from Tampa
on September 19, 2010
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Looking for any insight, personal experiences, references, or advice in regards to adoption. My husband & I already have a son and we had been trying for over 3 years ...
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- I haven't adopted a child, so I'm sorry I cannot give any insight in that respect, but I was adopted as an infant and I feel like it was the best gift ever...2 gifts a...
- Yay for adoption! :) We are in a similar situation...after my son was born 2.5 yrs ago, I had to have a hysterectomy. We have just now started the adoption process ...
- I am in a similar situation, however, I am going the fertility treatment route. I have one son who is 4yo that was conceived on my 1st try of IVF. Prior to that, I had...
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 R.F. from Houston
on March 26, 2012
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I started an adoption Aug. 2011 & have already had the HM study. I'm awaiting for my daughters (one I'm going to adopt) appointed attorneys visit. Has anyone gone t...
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- Do you have a lawyer? If not, you may want to consult one who has expertise in this area. They could tell you what to expect, etc. If you can't afford a private att...
- From my experience you will not have peace of mind until that day in court when everything is finalized!! The day it did happen though was the single, best day of my ...
- You stand a very good chance, better than anyone else, since she has been in your care this long but it really depends on the parental rights (rather than child suppor...
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 A.W. from Washington DC
on November 25, 2010
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Hi - I am looking for some advice and information on adoption. My husband and I have two wonderful (biological) kids, but I have always wanted a third. The other day...
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- We have been home with our daughter from Ukraine for one month now. We have two biological children ages 8 and 5, and our daughter is 3. There is an adjustment period,...
- My parents had a biological child and were told my mother should not carry another child. They wanted another so they applied for adoption. A few years later they got ...
- Soooo glad you're thinking about adoption! Adoption is an incredible experience in itself and you end up with an adorable child to love and nurture! In the meantime, y...
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 T.E. from Philadelphia
on August 17, 2010
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Ok Moms I know this is an odd question but I have no one to give me objective answers. I am the mother of a ten year old girl who is spoiled rotten by her grandparent...
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- Consider adoption for the sake of the baby, not just to appease your daughter. Are you capable financially, physically and emotionally to care for the child and give i...
- I could not give up a child b/c another child is telling me what to do. Who is the adult in the situation? You are. Please think long and hard before you do anythin...
- No way do you let the 10 yr old dictate what you decide to do with this baby! Yes I think you should listen to her opinion but don't let her nor your family make the d...
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...
International Adoption vs Domestic Adoption
Asked by H.J. from Spokane
on May 16, 2011
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Alot of people have their own opinion on adoption and whether its right or wrong to adopt from another country. My husband is in the military and it always saddens him...
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- We adopted a 9 month old from Russia in 2002. He came with alot of emotional issues. Somehow I thought if you get them "early enough" you could avoid that, not so. ...
- International adoption gathers criticism from some people because it takes a child away from their natural-born heritage and culture. Some countries won't even allow i...
- I know numerous people who have adopted. Most are international, but I know a few domestic. My Aunt and Uncle adopted a little boy from India when he was 4 and he is...
Adoption Agencies
Asked by K.F. from Dallas
on March 31, 2010
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We are looking for a reputable adoption agency for domestic infant adoption. We live in the Dallas area and are not religious which seems to exclude us from some agen...
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- We used Gladney center for adoption & they are in Fort worth. They are the oldest agency in Texas! They know their stuff! They have awesome facilities & do their best ...
- A friend in Chicago recently told me about an agency called The Cradle Society. It is based in Evanston, IL, but handles domestic adoptions all over the U.S. She kno...
- I would recommend Hope Cottage. They are wonderful and would meet your needs. You can call Leslie Clay at ###-###-####. She works there and may not be the right per...
