Adoption Group: Parents of Infants and Babies

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Parents of Infants and Babies

For parents of infants and babies—up to 1 year old.

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New "Closed" group on Facebook

Just wanted to let everyone know there is finallyyyy a new “closed” group on facebook for adoptive moms n dads… anyone who has adopted a child, there is a new…
- Posted by itsawonderfullife to Parents of Infants and Babies on Jan 19, 2013 at 4:01pm | 0 Comments | Post a reply
DNA screening for health when lacking bio-parent medical history

In Nov a sweet little 5 mo old boy was placed with our family. We are so in love and cannot wait for the adoption to be finalized. The medical…
- Posted by thefabfundys to Parents of Infants and Babies on Jan 16, 2013 at 9:35pm | 2 Comments | Post a reply
New to this board

We recently have been able to return home from the the location our son was born. It’s been a roller coaster. He was supposed to be born 3/18(c-section) He was…
- Posted by Happygirl2012 to Parents of Infants and Babies on Apr 02, 2012 at 4:33am | 2 Comments | Post a reply
Bad doctor?

Our daughter is 7.5 months old. We’ve had her since birth and gone to the same two pediatricians all this time, yet every time we go, they make some reference…
- Posted by blakesnewface to Parents of Infants and Babies on Mar 14, 2012 at 9:28pm | 9 Comments | Post a reply
The emotional rollercoaster continues

I thought once we got a placement, it would be like the rainbow after the storm. In some ways, it has. We have this precious little angel who will one…
- Posted by Wannabe2 to Parents of Infants and Babies on Dec 15, 2011 at 10:12pm | 10 Comments | Post a reply
Still adjusting

My DD is 2 months old, and I still feel like I’mplaying catch-up with everything! Sleep, cleaning, groceries, laundry, taking care of myself, all of it seems to have fallen…
- Posted by JLopez to Parents of Infants and Babies on Jun 29, 2011 at 7:54pm | 6 Comments | Post a reply
Post Adoption Depression

This is a thread from the old AFC Forums. Feel free to add to this discussion: Danielle:: In my blog, I share my personal experience with Post Adoption Depression. Even though it happened over 7 years ago I can still recall how upset I was that I didn�t feel the way I thought I should. Do any of you have similar stories? Do any of you warn prospective adoptive parents that the bonding isn�t always �instant� like in the movies? Kelly-O: Danielle, I am amazed that you just described the way I was feeling� I had such guilt over being able to take my beautiful son home, while his birthmother and her family were grieving so deeply. The feeling of �stealing� him and �being happy while others were so sad� really weighed heavily on me. It was a very lonely feeling�how I wish I knew that I wasn�t the only one! Thank you so much for posting that. WishfulThinkin: I can�t even begin to imagine the emotions that must be running wild during this time. I was recently matched with a birthmother and she is due in July. We are very excited. I am so sorry that you went through depression. I hope you are doing much better now. My only thoughts are that the birthparents chose you because they knew that you would provide a loving home for their child. They wanted you to provide the baby with laughter and smiles. This is a very courageous decision on their part. Therefore, please don�t feel like a �thief�. The next time you think or feel that way, just think about how the birthparents would like you to be. If you are happy and creating a wonderful environment for the baby, the birthparents will feel more secure in that they made the right decision. For you are able to provide the baby with a great home, family, and friends. Remember, everything happens for a reason. You should feel good about being able to provide a great life for a baby. You should also feel good about being able to answer the birthparents� prayers. Keep in mind, they wanted to ensure the best life for the child. Best wishes to you. Kelly-O: Congrats WishfulThinkin on your pending adoption! that is SO exciting! (((HUGS!))) Can�t wait to hear more about your process! arielifeoma: IDK. Maybe I�m odd then because even though my home study social worker said I can�t empathize with birth moms and need an adoption class, I cry every time I think about the sadness that a pregnant mother must go through when relinquishing that baby and I have the utmost respect for the love that they must be showing to sacrifice themselves and put the needs of that child first. heck, i�m crying now. Regina: There is a great book on this called Post Adoption Blues by Foli I am surprised the possibility wasn�t discussed is pre or post adoption work with social worker. It isnot unusual and we even told moms back in the 70s this might happen
- Posted by Danielle Pennel to Parents of Infants and Babies on Apr 04, 2011 at 8:12pm | 0 Comments | Post a reply