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Daughter of a Mom That Is a Foster Parent
Read all 7 responses: "In my family I have 3 real sisters a half brother and a step sister my sisters and I are all grown and out of the house and have ...
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- I'm wondering if my sons felt the same way about our new family members as you are feeling towards your new siblings. My boys were only 11 and 9 when I met my husband...
- Another idea. Perhaps you and your sisters could arrange family time which includes you looking after the older kids while your mother looks after the grandkids. You...
- I am sure many have already said this: talk to your mom. Don't make any judgements or harsh accusations. Just let her know how you miss her and are hurt by her limitat...
Seeking a Convertible Crib/youth Bed
My daughter and her husband are in the process of doing foster to adopt. ... Best of luck to your daughter and her husband with Fostering, what a wonderful ...
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- http://dallas.craigslist.org/ Definatley craigslist!! You can type what you want in the search box and it will narrow it down for you!
- Ikea has some that are so cheap you'll hardly believe it. Cheaper than anything I've found in resale. And they have really cute bedding too.
- I have seen some great responses, just wanted to throw it out there that the FDA states that you should not use a used mattress. They have wondered about links to SID...
Foster Parents Looking for Activities for 10 Yr Old Girl
Read all 15 responses: "I need help in learning about activities that would interest a 10 year old girl. I am a new foster parent to a 10 year old, ...
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- All 10 year olds are in a different place. I have one and he is enjoying different things than his friends. That being said ~ can you ask her? :) My 10 year ol...
- My 11 year old girl likes Webkinz. Those are a popular assortment of stuffed animals that come with a code so they can go online and create a home for their animal, pl...
- How wonderful for you! I would so love to foster but my dh doesn't want to. I agree with the others who mentioned Girl Scouts. My dd(11) is a total tomboy but still en...
Adoption???
And please consider fostering children. There are so many who need love and .... Would you ever consider fostering? Perhaps if the right child came through, ...
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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"...
Christmas Presents for 12 Yr Old
Read all 20 responses: "I have a 12 yr old foster child who has been diagnosed ... There are lots of great books for kids fostering a love of reading is the ...
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- Hi L., How about a Pet Shop Digital planner, there pretty cool, according to my 12 year old, she loves hers. They come in different colors too, the one we got her is ...
- I don't know about what you are looking to spend, but my 2 nieces love Nintendo DS handheld game system and are very into music. MP3 players can be pretty affordable, ...
- My heart goes out to that little girl. I was extremely introverted at that age. I talked, but not often. I spent a lot of time in my room...I had made it into my own l...
Looking to Become Parents Through Adoption
We also looked into foster care and were told that 80% of the children are .... They are a wonderful organisation, and ask them about fostering as well. ...
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- L., I recently saw an Oprah show about a surrogate mom program in India. The Indian moms will carry a baby for moms who can't for various reasons. The fee that you p...
- We adopted twins internationally from Guatemala 2 1/2 years ago. Yes, it was expensive; however, they are our little blessings that I thank God everyday for them!!! We...
- Hi L., Look into Open Door Adoption Agency in Thomasville, Ga. They have a very unique way of looking at things and ONLY want good parents. If they find the right p...
Trying to Get My 4 Year Old to Do Alphabets and Numbers?
I'd also make sure there is a balance of fostering her own interests. I imagine (as a former teacher) that this must be frustrating for you in a world that ...
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- I would definitely not pressure her. For most kids, 4 is too young for formal learning. At this age, learning should be informal and fun. If your daughter starts to a...
- I wouldn't worry about pushing "school!" I would absolutely read as much as possible to her. As long as her interest for reading and stories stays strong and interesti...
- Hi C., I agree with all the other responses that said to keep it fun and don't force or rush it. I did most everything(or something similar) with my now 9 year o...
Getting Pregnant at 47
But in our case, we are thinking of either fostering or adopting an older child ... Have you considered adoption/fostering? I appreciate that you and your ...
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- Get yourself checked out, find an OB that truly supports you and go for it! My grandmother was 45 when she had my mom in 1944. She lived to be 99. She had had one o...
- K., When I read your story, I had to respond. I see you are from Spring Hill. I am in Murfreesboro. I was married to the devil for 17 yrs. God finally decided t...
- Hey K., If you are not afraid of the body handling it, and not worried about child issues... go for it. My best friend adopted at 48 (she has scoliosis so feared t...
Kitten Wanted
My friend foster's cats. She has a litter of 5 or 6 really small kittens so not sure if they are ready but these guys mom died so they were left alone. ...
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- Look on yesterday's (3/29) newsletter posting for this one - she has a sweet young cat who needs a home....... Beautiful Cat and Dog both Seeking Home - Brenda S ...
- Hi V.. I also am a proud single mom! If you can wait a bit, I have the cutest little white/gray kitten, born only 15 days ago. The kitten has her/his (sorry haven't ch...
- Why not ADOPT one from your local animal shelter???? THEY need a forever home and love too! J.....A Granny in Richardson AND a cat lover *S*
Allergic to Soy-which Formula to Use? Anybody Else Have This Problem?
My wife and I are foster parents and have had several babies over the ... We have been fostering children since 1991 and have had between 50 to 60 kids in ...
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- I think there might be some serious hypoallergenic formulas that are available by perscription only that do not contain soy. I would get your doc to write a RX for on...
- both my girls were allergic to soy...try nutramigen. I'm also a NICU nurse and that is what we use if they are allergic to soy
- Soy oil typically doesn't cause much of an allergic reaction as the majority of the protein (which is the source of an allergic reaction) has been removed. It is quite...
