Brad and I went to an adoption seminar today from 9-5. It was a very long day sitting on our butts. We were the most fidgety of the whole group! But we learned a lot about attachment, medical issues to prepare for, post adoption depression (Yikes! Hope that doesn't happen!), being sensitive to cultural differences and helping our baby adjust easily to a completely different environment and culture.
The medical portion was very informative, but let's just say we will be stopping by the pharmacy for preventative lice shampoo and scabbies cream! We decided to hire an International Adoption Doctor. They are there for you prior to travel and while you are in country meeting your referral. We will email pictures, medical information and video of our referral baby and then the IA doctor will evaluate and help us make an informed decision as to whether we accept or decline our referral.
It was really neat to meet so many other families adopting from all different countries (China, Albania, Russia, Armenia, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Ukraine). They say once you adopt you are part of the "Club". I can't wait to be a member :)
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YEAH!! So cool!! This is by far the greatest thing you could be doing.
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