the experience factor

I think it depends on the age and the needs of the child and what the expectations of the parents are. I currantly have two children in my home who I could not have handled ten years ago without the experience I have now. I also have a few that would have done well either way.

Older doesn't always mean more experienced. I have been working with children for as long as I remember - babysitting, coaching, etc. Since I have two younger brothers, my mother taught me child care basics from the time my first brother was born. I have been a foster parent to ten children and have adopted two wonderful boys with special needs. Even though I am in my early thirties, I feel I am better equipped to raise my children than someone that is older, but less experienced with children. Remember, we don't get to pick when we were born!

I'm new here. Doesn't look like a very active chat room. Have you adopted or still waiting?