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Adopting Older Child
Asked by C.M. from Flagstaff
on October 29, 2007
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My husband and I have been looking at adopting a slightly older child. There are too many children that need good homes and we can provide one. I am unsure what the ...
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- Hello- I am not sure what prompted that last response, but I personally work for CPS and saying that most older children needing to be adopted have been sexually abuse...
- I don't know a lot about adopting an older child, but I disagree with the response before me. Older children need home just as much as younger children. Yes they hav...
- HI there! I don't want to discourage you at all. Both my brother and I were adopted. I was adopted at birth and my brother was adopted at 5. I agree that every c...
Helping My Kids Adjust to Their Half-sister's Gender Change
Asked by L.S. from Chicago
on May 13, 2008
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My 3 kids - girl (4), boy (3), and boy (almost 4 mos.) - have a 19-year-old half-sister from my husband's first marriage who I will call "Laura". Laura lives in NYC, ...
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- It sounds like Laura needs some counseling or more parental guidance. Maybe you can suggest it to your husband? Why does he let her have control? (calling her "he" and...
- You poor dear I feel badly for you it sounds like your doing everything right so try not to feel bad about yourself, I think she has had resentment towards you for a ...
- L., your situation is so very unique... I don't know that I could give you advice from a point of view that has been 'there', but I think I can empathize with the ...
New Boyfriend Wants to Adopt Once We Marry
Asked by K.G. from Houston
on May 5, 2009
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I would like to know what the law says about adoption if the biological father is not named on the birth certificate. My boyfriend has said that once we get married, ...
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- If the father has no contact with the child for more than six months, he can be considered to have abandoned the child or you can just ask him if he would be willing t...
- A friend of mine went through this last summer. Her daughter's biological father had never seen her daughter, never been a part of their lives at all. When she marri...
- I am pretty sure that even if the bio father is not listed on the birth certificate if you know who he is that he needs to sign away his parental rights so that there ...
Looking into a Pet...
Asked by B.A. from St. Louis
on August 15, 2009
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Okay mamas! I'm looking into a pet and I've done minimal research. I thought that a bird would be nice bc they're entertaining and my children already have exposure to...
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- I would highly, highly recommend gerbils. They are the least likely rodent to bite, their cage needs cleaned infrequently, and they are very low matience with cost, v...
- I have some experience with birds as pets. My mother used to have a parakeet which she loved dearly. He wasn't hard to care for, but died within a couple of years of...
- I just wanted to tell you of my experiences with birds. My grandmother worked in a chicken processing place when she was young and contracted Histoplasmosis, this is ...
Birth Order Adoption
Asked by S.Z. from Odessa
on March 3, 2008
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Recently a possiblitly for my husband and I to adopt again has come up. Possibly a little boy that turned 3 in Feb. and his little sister that was born in Dec. I would...
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- Adopting a sibling older than your child is one of the many factors to consider. My advice is to talk with the adoption counselor or social worker on the case. I do no...
- S., I am certainly not an expert, especially when it comes to adoption. However, the fact that you are concerned about how she will feel (especially if you vocalize th...
- I think it is beautiful that you are considering adopting kids. I can not think of the biggest compliment I can give you. For any kid having brothers and sisters i...
Any Advice for Adoptive Parents?
Asked by B.N. from Denver
on December 25, 2006
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We are adopting a 6yr. old and an 11yr. old into our family of 7 already,(5 children). Has anyone been through this? Is there a major adjustment period? Can I poss...
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- Hi I don't know much about adoption, except it is a wonderful thing your doing. I noticed you live in NE CO. So do I we live in Hudson, Are you near there? I hope ever...
- I don't know how the adoption process goes, but I couldn't resist to thank you for those kids. It is people like you and your husband that make this a better world. :)
- i know a bit about this. my aunt adopted a 13yr old recently and has had trouble with the new child in the home. when kids grow are growing up they experience some thi...
Worried: What's Better for My Son?
Asked by M.D. from Syracuse
on January 5, 2007
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I have a 4 and a half year old son who is from a previous relationship. I am now, married to a wonderful man who has been my son's father since day one. My ex and I br...
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- I understand how you feel. I feel that you should not worry about how your son is going to feel about his father. I as a mother of 3, I tell my children the truth and ...
- You should not feel guilty at all. A father has rights and if he gave a cramp he could of done anything to be part of his sons life no matter what probelms you and he ...
- You are doing the right thing by giving your son the presents that his father did send. I grew up not knowing my dad because my mom left him when i was about 8 months ...
Help - Cat Pooping on Carpet
Asked by K.R. from Dallas
on July 13, 2008
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I have an 11 yr old cat that has started pooping on the carpet. Nothing I do seems to stop it. I have 2 cat boxes, one upstairs, and one down. I have tried open box...
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- Be sure it is behavioral and not physical. Older cats often do this when they start having urinary tract problems or other physical ailments we may not be aware of.
- You need another litter box. Rule of thumb is a litter box for each cat plus 1. Keep all three clean. And make sure there isn't a physical problem. And you can w...
- Check your cat for feline diabetes. YOur cat is trying to tell you that it doesn't feel well. Giving insulin shots is easy if it turns out that your kitty has it. G...
Seeking Your Help for Adoption
Asked by S.P. from Appleton
on February 5, 2008
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My husband and I are looking to adopt. We have been dealing with some "unexpalined" infertility issues for the last seven years and have decided to try brining a child...
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- My husband and I adopoted a beautiful girl 3 years ago and it was wonderful. We live in a different state but we adopted from AIM adoptions in Houston Texas and it d...
- S., First of all my heart goes out to you. I can't imagine wanting and not being able to have children. I have a friend who lives in Japan and they are in the process...
- I am so happy you are choosing adoption.I know how frustrating it can be. Childrens social services in slc emailed me a couple of days ago. they are looking for parent...
