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Originally Posted By MelodyWe are in the adoption process. At this point we're not sure if our child will be an infant or an older child; however, a dear friend is throwing one for us (when child comes!) and I can tell you from an expense standpoint it will be a blessing. As for support - it doesnt' get much better!
Originally Posted By CherylOkay. What is the problem with giving a "shower" for a new child. I understand how people talk about others that have one baby shower after another... And why does adoption have to be emphasized. This is a child coming to live with a new family. This child is a person that deserves just as much as any "natural" child would get. So if the child is older, say two to 17 years old throw a "welcome" party. Invite everybody! Don't just invite the girls. Invite whole families. I have adopted three times. The first was a baby shower just before going to get our infant son. Entire families were invited. The next, for a four year old boy, was a bar-b-que at church that included entire families especially those with children. The last one was a welcome party for our daughter that was 17 when she came to us. The people I work with gave this shower. Most everyone was invited. We requested no gifts but most everyone brought presents. I just don't understand why "adopted" children have to be treated differently than "natural" children.
Originally Posted By CindyI think you should definitely give her one. This is a really special time for both of them!
Originally Posted By RieI would definitely ask the family if they would like to have a shower. We adopted a 11 and 9 year old, sister and brother. I know that all those new people and attention would have been too much for them. But, I also know that we have adopted two younger children and I feel like I have missed out on something special because we haven't had any kid showers. Just some more oppinions to think about.
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Originally Posted By tanSHOW YOUR LOVE,THOUGHT,AND PRAYERS TO YOUR FRIEND..AS WE KNOW THE CHILD WILL NEED CLOTHING OR EVEN THROW IN A TOY FOR THE CHILD.BLESS THE CHILD AS GOD WILL BLESS YOU...MY MANY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO ALL THAT ADOPT
Originally Posted By JanelleMy friend and her husband are adopting a 4 yr. old and a 5 yr. old and absolutely yes! We are giving her a shower!! This will be her first too! I can't think of a better way to congratulate someone than to shower them with love and best wishes! (presents are nice too!)
Absolutely! Whether the child is 5 years or newborn, it is still a first, and their are still needs. I am adopting a 21 month old in a few weeks. I currently have 3 children ages, 22, 20 & 16. Between friends, family & co-workers we are having a total of 4 showers! This is SUCH a blessing to us! Hope this helps!
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My DH & I are doing our HomeStudy and Training in Sept. and We could be parents by December or Jan. My sister who is Due with her first baby Dec 2 says she will throw me a shower, but she thinks it is too early to register for what we might need.Am I crazy to want to get the registry over with? It's a little something for me to enjoy - dreaming about what may come, what I may need. But she wants me to wait until we have placement details. From what I have heard about older child adoption in my area - It's very quickly after homestudy if they find a good match. so i won't neccessarily have time later to Meander through the store. Did anyone else go through this?
Once the child is liked by you, the agency will process your case in the concerned court of law to make the adoption legal. After the court clears the child.Adopting a child is not only a highly emotional decision but it is a lifelong bond, which on one hand provides an affectionate and loving family.
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My DH & I are doing our HomeStudy and Training in Sept. and We could be parents by December or Jan. My sister who is Due with her first baby Dec 2 says she will throw me a shower, but she thinks it is too early to register for what we might need.
Am I crazy to want to get the registry over with? It's a little something for me to enjoy - dreaming about what may come, what I may need. But she wants me to wait until we have placement details. From what I have heard about older child adoption in my area - It's very quickly after homestudy if they find a good match. so i won't neccessarily have time later to Meander through the store.
Did anyone else go through this?
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Originally Posted By keri
My co-worker is adopting a five-year-old (first child). We are split down the middle on wether or not to throw a shower. What do you guys think?
Originally Posted By RieI would definitely ask the family if they would like to have a shower. We adopted a 11 and 9 year old, sister and brother. I know that all those new people and attention would have been too much for them. But, I also know that we have adopted two younger children and I feel like I have missed out on something special because we haven't had any kid showers. Just some more oppinions to think about.