adoption
Related Questions & Answers
Results 1-10 from 155 articles
Adopt a 4Th Child?
Asked by M.M. from Raleigh
on October 1, 2008
-
I was not sure whether to list this request under family or spirituality, but I need some good, Christian advice! I was called to adopt when I was a child, and God ble...
Answers
- I agree with Morgana and Anna. I will try and look up some specific scriptures for you... although I am sure you know to take it in context of who wrote what book and...
- Pray ,pray, pray....you might already know the answer.We were supposed to have a temporary castody of 4 of our God children, on the way to sign papers my husband backe...
- My heart would say take her and keep all the siblings together. It will be an adjustment but I'm sure the boys will accept it eventually. Try to imagine if you refuse ...
Adopted Biracial Girl Child Wants to Be "White" Age 5
Asked by D.D. from Baton Rouge
on March 4, 2008
-
(caucasion couple) adopted 2 biracial little girls from birth. (1)age 5 (2)age 2
my 5 year old is a lot darker than my 2 year old. She is around alot of white childr...
Answers
- you just keep telling that baby she is beautiful no matter what color she is... god doesn't make mistakes, he only makes beautiful... you tell her God made her special...
- I have read what others had to say and all was great. However, I really do not have any advice, but want to tell you it is wonderful that you have adopted 2 children t...
- D. it is not unusual for a child to want to look like the people that they are around and to fit in. I have friends who have children from a different marriage and wit...
Adoptive Moms and Breastfeeding
Asked by J.W. from Los Angeles
on March 13, 2008
-
I'm wondering if any moms out there who adopted have achieved or inquired about breastfeeding. I'm just starting the inquiry and I know about the La Leche League thou...
Answers
- J., I'm a lactation educator and totally agree with Julie J. You can totally do this! I say, "right on"! I suggest that you go to speak with a lactation consultan...
- Good morning J., My name is C. B. and I live near Santa Monica, not that far from you. I'm 56 and breast fed both of my children and was a La Leche leader while they ...
- J., I just wanted to pop on and tell you you're amazing for looking into breastfeeding your adopted baby! Truly amazing!! A.~
How and When to Tell My Child She's Adopted
Asked by V.H. from New Orleans
on August 20, 2009
-
I adopted my little girl at the age of 2, she's now 6yrs old. Last year she came home from school very excited that her teacher was having a baby. Every day she would ...
Answers
- Hi, I was in the same boat as you. I got my two little angels at the age of three and two and adopted them when they were four and five. I told mine as soon as i tho...
- We adopted my son at birth. The books I've read and talking to other adoptive parents all say talk about it as soon as they understand and before. As soon as you are c...
- I'd do it as soon as possible. Don't make a huge deal out of it, and explain it in simple terms. As with anything, more details come as they get old enough for them....
Has Anybody Had Experience Adopting Through the Foster Care System?
Asked by S. from Houston
on April 14, 2007
-
My husband and I are considering adopting through the foster care system. Has anybody done this? Any advice? What do you wish you had known before you went through ...
Answers
- Hello S., I have been through the CPS system and in the end was blessed with you amazing daughters. I can tell you things might and probably wont go the way you are ...
- My aunt is going through the process right now, and the only thing that she has mention that I feel shoud be passed on is that remember that your dealing with a govern...
- S. I to have interest in fostering a child and perhaps adopting it and I also have concerns. I am a single mom, with a 2yr. old boy, and lots of love to give to an...
Thinking About Adoption, but I Need Some Help!
Asked by R.K. from Minneapolis
on October 12, 2008
-
Hello! I am thinking about adopting a baby/toddler, but I really don't know anything about the process or what I should do. Ideally, I am interested in adopting a litt...
Answers
- I would encourage you to research different adoption agencies. You can find a listing of the licensed child placing agencies on htt://meadowlark.creighton.edu/naaa. ...
- Hi there, I was a foster parent to 2 little Native girls with intention to adopt but their mother ended up getting better and was able to take them back. From m...
- As an adoptee, I think its wonderful that you are wanting to provide a home for a child. There are so many children out there who need homes. However, as a Nativ...
Please Tell Me Your Adoption Story
Asked by P.D. from Dallas
on March 29, 2008
-
My husband and I are just in the talking stages of adoption. We are really not in a position financially to consider an overseas or even regular private adoption. Ho...
Answers
- Hi P., I grew up in foster care and didnt get adopted till i was 15. I am no 20 years old. I know alot about adoption and CPS. There are lots of children who nee...
- Best of luck to you in your adoption plan. I had always wanted to adopt as a young child. I told my husband I could not marry him unless we adopted children. I did my ...
- Oh P., My daughters were both adopted. When we found out we could not have biological children, I was devastated. My whole life all I ever wanted to be was a wife a...
Birth Order Adoption
Asked by S.Z. from Odessa
on March 3, 2008
-
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...
Answers
- 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...
Gifts for Adoption
Asked by S.T. from Kansas City
on March 4, 2009
-
Friends of our are adopting a boy and he should be here soon. I wanted to get them a little gift but don't know what would be appropriate. Any ideas??
Answers
- Depending on the boys age, I would say that any sort of "welcome baby" gift would appropriate, with the exception of something to do with breast feeding. Jsut because...
- I was adopted and I know that my parents were given a shower just like if they were having a baby. I don't know if they were given this as a gift or if they bought it ...
- Looking through the responses I'm wondering... If you do adopt a baby why wouldn't someone give you a shower like they would for a normal arrival? I have never been ...
Need Avon Jewelry
Asked by K.N. from Grand Rapids
on June 6, 2009
-
I asked this earlier in the week - but may have put it in the wrong catagory as I have had no responses. Hope I get some now.....
My mother has a necklace with AVON...
Answers
- My sister-in-law sells it and knows what you are talking about. Her name is Kim Lawens, her email address is ____@____.com or her website is youravon.com/klawens H...
- Have you tried looking on Ebay?
- Hello Kelly, My name is C. and I am an AVON rep. I would love to help you. I beleive that now they have baby shoes. Would you be interested in them? Let me know. ...
