Friday, October 19, 2007

What to do while waiting for your referral

*Read everything you can about adoption, attachment, and post-institutionalized children.

*Take the time to learn about the country, culture and traditions of your future child's homeland.

*Join an online support group so that you can connect wih other waiting families

*Look into joining a local group of adoptive parents for monthly or bimonthly events.

*Child proof your home.

*Take a vacation.

*Plan a romantic weekend getaway with your significant other.

*Go to the movies.

*Take a long, leisurely bubble bath by candlelight.

*Exercise.

*Write a journal of letters each month to let your child know what you were doing during the wait.

*Get a manicure, pediacure and massage. You won't have time later!

*Choose a pediatrician who specializes in adoption.

*Declutter your house.

*Take parenting or other relevant classes.

*Renew your passport if it has expired and you plan to travel abroad.

*Buy new luggage if needed.

*Visit adoption websites for information and inspiration.

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