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BOARD: Topics of Interest for Adoptive Families » Other Topics for Adoptive Parents

TOPIC: wanting to adopt a child 1-2 years of age

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M.J.Posted: May 18, 2004 04:03:12 PM
Natalie: I am in the same situation as you -- bio children thru IVF but would like to add to the family w/ a toddler. While we are still considering infant adoption, part of me would feel guilty for adopting an infant when so many couples are waiting. SO, we looked into our state social services agency (Kansas) for a toddler that is legally free for adoption. In the process we became licensed to foster care too -- partly because we have love to give and partly because the right child may come along who isn't yet legally free for adoption but may become legally free (and in Kansas the foster parents are often selected as the adoptive parents). Another option is to go through other state adoption agencies -- once you have a home study (often free if you go through your state; but faster if you go thru a private agency like American Adoptions), you can register on websites like "Adopt U.S. Kids" and find out about children all over the country that need homes. While many of these children do have medical problems, some just need a home. Best of luck to you!! Feel free to email me directly.

NataliePosted: May 14, 2004 10:42:27 PM
Hi, I am wondering who to contact if we are interested in adopting a child age 1-2 years of age.We have a 5 year old son and I am not able to have any more unless we go through IVF.That is how we had our son. My husband and I both come from families where we grew up with lots of siblings. So we would really like to add to our family but to bring in a child that is a little bit closer to our sons age. If anyone could direct me in the right direction I would appreciate it. Also, we would not be able to adopt a child with special needs.



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