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Is this feeling familiar?

twinkl5379twinkl5379 member
in Adoption

Hello-

I introduced myself previously, and we are just starting to research adoption. We plan to move forward pretty quickly b/c it really seems like a no-brainer to do so.

We really want to have a baby but haven't been successfully TTC naturally. I have some minor health issues that make me fearful of going through fertility treatment; plus, I typically lean toward natural medicine anyway.

So, adoption seems like the perfect path. But I've been reading about how emotional and difficult it can be. I'm def. one that expects the worst but hopes for the best.

I know it won't be easy, so I feel scared. Is this a normal feeling to have before jumping in? Even though I am scared, I want to do it and think it will be worth it.

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Re: Is this feeling familiar?

  • bumpuser794640bumpuser794640 member
    Yes, I think that is totally normal and a healthy feeling to have.
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  • MileHighMaamMileHighMaam member
    Absolutely.  This process is such a roller coaster of emotions.
    Started foster to adopt application process January 2014
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  • maryoosamaryoosa member
    Totally normal.
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  • Dr.LorettaDr.Loretta member

    Totally normal. You're going into the unknown, which is scary for anyone.

    FWIW, our adoption process was really good, with very little roller coastering. You may get lucky ;)

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  • hey_its_jennhey_its_jenn member
    Incredibly normal and this is a wonderful board that will help you each step of the way.  Good luck on your journey! 

    J&B // Married 9/19/09
    J: 28 // B: 32 

    TTC # 1 Since October 2010 (Not preventing since 2009)
    November 2013: Applied & Accepted by the Agency
    January 2014: Home Study, education class, Profiles
    February 2014: "Officially Waiting"
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  • CaptainSeriousCaptainSerious member
    Completely normal.  It shows that you are really thinking about what this all means.  I wish you the best!
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