Waiting for Your Child

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The homestudy is completed and the wait begins. Whether you're adopting domestically or internationally, find constructive ways to use this time, and people to support you while you wait. Preparing to welcome your child is an exciting time!

LifeBooks & Waiting Families

The time to start is now, and author Beth O'Malley, M.Ed. has great tips on what kind of information to gather and how to get it.... [more]

The Joy of Waiting

You've got a match, either with expectant parents or a waiting child. Now the fun - and work - begin, but the wait is almost over!... [more]

Adoptive Breastfeeding

If you're considering breastfeeding your adopted child, the time to start preparing is now. Find resources, information, and personal experiences from those who have been successful.

Freebies for Adopting Parents

Adopting parents can take advantage of the many free samples, trial products, and discounts offered to parents in other types of families - it just takes a little creativity.

Health Insurance for Adopted Children

For some, it will be simple to insure their kids, but for others, plans may need to be changed or added. Insurance professional, Deborah Ghose, gives us the benefit of her expertise.

Preparing for the Arrival of Your Child

Adoptive parents welcome children of all different ages into their homes and families. Here's what you need to know to prepare, by age. From Dr. Rita Laws, mother of 11 by birth and adoption.

Rituals, Ceremonies, Celebrations

From welcoming home ceremonies to family celebrations and holidays, our families have many ways to observe and honor their special commitments.

Local Support Groups
Among the many resources listed in the Adoption.com directory are support groups which consist of those adopting, those who have adopted, and foster parents. Do check out local groups in your area for support.

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Enduring The Wait
Social Worker, Bob Smith, writes about "the adoptive time warp" that seems to take over during the adoption process.

Read While You Wait
One couple shares a reading list of what to read while waiting for your international adoption to become reality. Specific to China adoption in many instances.

What to Expect While You're Waiting to Adopt
Author Rebecca Gold shares experiences through five stages of her adoption process, from questions to new beginnings. From ParentsPlace.

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