Speaking of Babies!!! Some info if you can!1

[JoAnn]

As you all probably know I would love to have another baby but can't, all this talk of babies made me brave enough to ask you all if maybe you had this info. My husband and I have been talking about adoption, but have know idea where to get started. Do any of you have any info or experience in this area. This is such a touchy subject with some, so I apologize for any offense. We have talked this through for hours, and know we have so much love to give unwanted child. Thanks

 

[Amy Lyn]

JoAnn,

Good for you considering adoption. I know some people wouldn't even think of considering it, but I think it's great. You're giving a baby in need a home.

Now your question depends on one thing - are you looking to adopt a foreign baby (one from Russia, Ukraine, et cetera) or are you looking for an American baby who needs a home?

If you are looking for a baby from oversea's, there are many websites out there who deal with this. Under your search engine, type in (Russian) baby adoption, or something similar and it will come up with many websites that deal with that.

If you are looking to adopt here in America (and maybe oversea's too), look in your yellow pages under "Adoption Services" or something similar. Right now I'm looking and we have 21 listings for that. Another way is to list yourself in the newspaper that you're looking to adopt and want to give someone's baby a good home. They contact you.

I commend you for thinking about adoption. It can be very expensive, but I believe well worth it. I would definitely adopt a child if I could not have any.

Good luck to you.



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Amy Lyn
Wagner (Fawn, black mask) b: 04/25/00
Clark (Fawn, black mask) b: 03-11-99 (Rainbow Bridge 05-06-00)

 

[Cindy and Lacie.]

JoAnne, my sister in law adopted a baby girl 1 1/2 yrs ago.The method she used was not a adoption agency. She is very active in her church and was approached by her Minister about a young girl in another state that was pregnant and wanted to give up the baby for adoption. They approached my Kerri about this adoption because she spent 145 days in bed during her first pregnancy and then her second pregnancy ended in a "tubal pregnancy" at the point the doctor said NO MORE!!Kerri and her usband drove to another state , was interviewed by the girl and her family and then spent time with them all during the pregnancy. They then went to the state that the girl lived in 2 weeks before her due date, to make a long story short they brought their new little girl home 3 days after she was born. BUT I have more to tell. Kerri then found out she was 2 months pregnant. HA!! Its been like raising twins, but it has been sooooooooo much fun. If you want to adopt , I WISH YOU TONS AND TONS of GOOD LUCK!! Kerri had it really easy and I know most adotions are not as simple as hers are. So, if you happen to belong to a church I would suggest letting the word out that you would like to adopt.
My other idea is to higher a laywer and I know this sounds crazy but place a ad in papers outside of the state you live in. I have seen several adds like this. I dont know how they work.
Also I think if you use a adoption agency, which is also a good idea, you need to sign up asap for classes and interviews.
Remember also to find a support group, wether its your friends here on the board, or a support group for people who want to adopt, you will need someone to talk about all the ups and downs of trying to adopt.
Also, have you thought about fostering children?
Keep us posted and good luck girl,

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Cindy Corl
Lacie female, brindle, natural ears,7-17-99

 

[buddy'smom]

JoAnn,
The church is a good place to look into. Over here in Canada many of our churches are able to assist you in adoption. My husband and I looked into adoption many years ago, as I could not get pregnant again after having David. We went the normal route through family and childrens services, however it is a long and tedious process if you want an infant. Finally after two years we had our home visit, but then found out because of our age,(we were both over 25) we were not eligable for an infant. Our hearts were broken, and we gave up. Anyway years later I helped some friends link up with a church who like to place infants to unwed mothers with families of the same denomination. Give it a go, and do not leave any stone unturned. Use the web, and let everyone who will listen know you are interested in adopting. Definatly you will need someone to talk with during the whole process as there are many ups and many downs. Good Luck!!! I know there is a baby out there for you, just keep searching.

Jean

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Jean
Buddy--Born May 4 1993
Male Fawn
Cropped Ears
Our best friend and companion

Kailee--Female Brindle
Natural Ears
Born Oct. 16, 1998
Adopted by us October 27, 2000

 

[Elsa]

Yay!!!! I love that you are thinking of adoption! How unselfish. We, too are thinking we may want to raise a child and with so many unwanted children of varying ages, adoption is the only way for me to go. It's not that I can't have kids; adoption is just the right, sociological answer for my husband and myself.
Check your county government office; they can put you in touch with agencies and offer leads.

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-Elsa

Ruby- Flashy Fawn, Black Mask,Cropped, 5/1998