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  1. Adopting Non-Newborns

    in Looking to Adopt

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    Thanks for the information, Elizabeth!

    Andrea, I will email you - Maybe we could set up a time to talk on the phone so you don't have to type everything :) Every time one of us gets on the laptop, this is what happens!

    Erin

    Ex-actly! :lol:

    I look forward to hearing from you!

    I've been thinking about this topic and about a thousand things come to mind that could be discussed.

    I would love to hear from others who have adopted older children in open relationships (Linda, you come to mind ;) )and visiting with the birth parents and how that has gone for others; how long was it after placement that you saw the birthparents for the first time? how long was your visit? any change in the child's behavior or demeanor after visiting?

    Maybe there is a topic specific to that issue already?

  2. Adopting Non-Newborns

    in Looking to Adopt

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    Erin, we adopted Zackary when he was 20 months old and Clara was 2 1/2(we adopted her as a newborn). I have a wealth of experience within the last 9 months I could share but no time to type it all here, lol!

    I can tell you there was no transition time from his birthmother to us. We had lunch one day, dinner and an activity the next, placement the day after that. I think a longer transition would have been optimal but not available in our case. We did stay in San Antonio and attempted to visit with her as much as she was comfortable with while we were there.

    *Find a therapist who specializes in infant/toddler mental health. Ours also specalizes in adoption related therapy. This resource will be invaluable to every member of the family. Probably not a bad idea to see someone like this even prior to accepting a placement.

    Wish I could share more but I have to go again, and now, lol.....my leg slide doesn't work as well with one hand and the natives are restless! Feel free to email me @ andreaanddon@hotmail.com :)

  4. Baby Announcements 2009

    in New Arrivals

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    A most exciting and much anticipated announcement! I could not be more thrilled for this family and Grace and her first momma, truely a match made in heaven, every step of the way! When it's meant to be, it's meant to be!

    Congratulations to you all! Welcome to the world beautiful angel, Grace!!! :wub:

  5. Baby Announcements 2009

    in New Arrivals

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    Best wishes to the 2 newly expanded families! I always hope that these days following placement are filled with peace and an outpouring of love and support for all triad members. I hope your journeys continue together...forever. Congratulations!

  8. In Memoriam

    in Abrazo's Chapel Potluck

    Posted

    Oh my. Bridget, Lucas, I am so sorry. My heart just breaks for you and all of those grieving this impossible loss. I pray that the strength and love of all of those surrounding you in prayer will lift you up and carry you. Our deepest condolences.....

  10. Baby Announcements 2009

    in New Arrivals

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    Congratulations on becoming a family of three! Plus all of the extended family too! I will lift in prayer this special mom, her son and the family she has chosen. May you all continue to love and grow together! Welcome to the world little fella!

  12. Baby Announcements 2009

    in New Arrivals

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    Thank you everyone for your love and support along the way and your heart-y congrats today! We are settling in as a family of four tonight. Everyone under 3 yrs old is cozy in their beds and all is right in suite 311 somewhere in San Antonio tonight. Ahhh...

    Thanks to the Abrazo chicks for everything, sorry we didn't come with a dustbuster and an air freshener.... :ph34r: At least you have the weekend to air things out.....

  15. Cancer Survivors Welcome Here!

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    Okay, I know there are chemo nurses on here somewhere. I have a question.....

    After I finished my chemo treatments I have had joint/bone achiness. It started about 2 weeks after my last treatment. It is usually when I get off the couch. I notice it in the middle of the night also in my fingers. I thought it was lack of exercise, but is it due to the chemo meds? Will it go away or am I stuck with this old lady feeling forever???

    I was thinking about this today and thought it worth mentioning...my mom also went to a chiropractor. He did some weird treatments that released cleansing chemicals in her body that helped get rid of the poison from chemo and that helped her pain alot. (I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't have seen it!) She also drank a cranberry juice/lime juice/apple cider vinegar/water concoction that was great for cleansing with again, helped relieve her pain.

    Here's something for the 'putting up a praise' thread...my mom put her hair in rollers today!!! She was so happy to finally have enough hair to roll it, it was beautiful!

  18. PET QUESTION ON APPLICATION

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    (post=170484:date=Feb 17 2009, 07:00 PM:name=aliciaindigo)--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (aliciaindigo @ Feb 17 2009, 07:00 PM) HI Everyone,

    Please don't think Im crazy for asking this question because I am a newbie to this site.On the application they ask about what pets you have in your household. I have 2 cats and a turtle that my cousin gave me as a suprise Christmas present.Does Abrazo really care about what pets families have???? I mean I can see if you had a python or an Alligator.The turtle is little and of course when we adopt a child it will be kept out of reach of little hands.Should i start looking for a new home for my turtle???

    Hi. I don't think it matters what kind of pets you have as long as they are documented and are all up to date on vaccinations, etc. I'm sure your homestudy worker could give you more info or of course, the ladies at Abrazo.

  21. NEW PARENTS NEEDED!

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    My husband and I fit the description in the first post and we'll be mailing our application within the next 7-10 days, but I'm guessing we won't be able to come to orientation until March at the earliest. We look forward to working with Abrazo and getting to know you all through the forums! :)

    I may be wrong but I'm pretty sure if there is orientation in February, there won't be one in March. Aren't they more like every 2-3 months, based on need that is? Lots of folks have gotten the official invite to attend orientation a week before, so be prepared if and when! :D

    Welcome to the forum! Make yourself at home around here, and like Melissa said, read all you can while you're here, there is alot of great info here!

  23. Cancer Survivors Welcome Here!

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    My mom has it too Rebecca, neuropathy (sp?) is what they told her. Her dr. said it gets better sometimes without going away and sometimes it never goes away and sometimes it does. She has alot of numbness/tingly/achey feelings in her feet and hands coupled with arthritis she had before that was aggrivated by the treatment. :( I'm not a nurse, maybe Heidi or someone will have more/better insight.

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