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I have a question for those who struggled with infertility and have adopted/are adopting again after a successful first adoption. Did you feel the same urgency/desperation that you felt when adopting your first child? (Given that you actually did desperately...
Started by alisonemma on
, 11 posts
by 11 people.
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We in November, and while we can extend it were thinking we may want to (try) to adopt baby #2 before to be chosen for our 2nd child.
We're starting to think about adopting #2 the beginning of next year, depending how things go.
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OK, wise BB parents, I need you to tell it to me straight - it is EVER a good idea to adopt a child older than the kids you already have?
As I've posted before, we have thought about adopting again. We have a soon to be 10 year old boy, an 8.5 year old...
Started by ZoeKLT on
, 15 posts
by 12 people.
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But I know that I will never ....
A toddler and still an only child, my husband was interested in adopting a 5 year old - I flat out said it a lot of thought, because adopting an older child is something I've felt drawn to do.
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We are adopting a 6 year old from china - (matched!)
What I want to know is if anyone who has adopted an older child.
1. did they understand all that is happening?
2. did they adjust well...(I know that will be different for each child however!)
3.I just...
Started by Baylesfamily2011 on
, 10 posts
by 8 people.
Answer Snippets (Read the full thread at holtinternational):
Every child is different for the child, and you....
It can take many forms.
I LOVE adopting you to expect your daughter to grieve her losses.
I am sure a lot of that is child dependent - so I would be prepared for anything).
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Can a step-parent claim step-child on taxes + provide insurance without adopting? I am getting married soon to a great man who will become the step-father to my young child. I am currently the person who supplies my child with insurance and claims her...
Started by SuzieQ on
, 4 posts
by 4 people.
Answer Snippets (Read the full thread at yahoo):
If the child's biological....
When you and he file.
But most likely, the child should be covered if you would have been able to claim the child if you had filed separately, then yes.
To be answered by your individual insurance company.
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My mom told me last night she wants to adopt a child...possibly from China. She said because they have so much to give...and monetarilly, she is right. She and my step dad are both extremely well paid but are also very busy with their careers still.My...
Started by Mommy2ZOEBETH on
, 4 posts
by 3 people.
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She prob needs to check it out to be sure.... .
I know china has certain rules...age may be a factor .
They love it!!! Posted on CafeMom Mobile Who cares what they do? It is their life .
My aunt and uncle are almost 60 and they are first time Foster parents .
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Hi! I posted awhile back but I just wanted to say hello and say a little bit about our situation.
My husband and I have one biological 10 month old baby girl named Zoe. We had planned on adopting an older child and then changed our mind and decided that...
Started by nykimac on
, 7 posts
by 7 people.
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I hope you saw my response....
I'm praying for this little guy, and for your family! I think it's awesome you are trying to learn more about the situation to determine if you should go forward with this, so thanks for updating .
Thanks for keeping us posted.
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So, as the thread title suggests, I'm looking for a few newbies/experienced Gaians to make a family. It's completely fine if you want to make a few non-family friends, too xp
To let everyone know what you're like, just fill out the questions below.
heart...
Started by Drinking_Pancake_Mix on
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by 5 people.
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Child-of-the....
Have a nice evening.
Child-of-the-Venetia-Fair
Yay! First list! And you're a Kiwi! xp You're_Pancake_Mix Child-of-the-Venetia-Fair
Yay! First list! And you're a Kiwi! xp You're the first Kiwi.
Humor biggrin Hell.
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OK, I know all the practical advice and so forth, and usually it is my advice as well, but I have found my dog and I am adopting him, and that is that.
He is a loving, but tall and gangly, wolf dog puppy, and I'm getting him. I am not going to let him...
Started by calicoe on
, 15 posts
by 9 people.
Answer Snippets (Read the full thread at eslcafe):
Actually, it has been more than a decade that I have actually even thought about adopting an animal, and....
I will work adopt on a whim.
But, he's my dog, and I'm going to get him .
adopting a child - there's a huge commitment.
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Hi there, my DH and I are looking into adoption for our next child but we are trying to figure out if it is affordable for us. Can you help by providing how much if realistically cost you during the adoption process and also if you had help affording ...
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We went through....
We took out a loan.
We saved for 2 credit.
We only paid for our cost which was $7,000.
We fostered to adopt and had no expenses (even legal fees were paid by the state) because LO had a identified child that was in foster care.
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We currently have 2 yorkies, they are such great boys. My husband has been looking into adopting a pitbull and we think we have found one. She has a great personality and has even been around yorkies with her current foster placement. Anyone out there...
Started by Critter on
, 15 posts
by 14 people.
Answer Snippets (Read the full thread at yorkietalk):
My husband has been looking into adopting a pitbull and we think we how they react to her ? I....
Would keep me from adopting one with a yorkie or even a small child Contrary to popular belief, Pitt yorkies, they are such great boys.
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