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welcome
welcome to the group! i, too, am new here but have found a lot of useful info, help, and support. it feels really good to have people to talk to who know what your going through. i'm very sorry for your losses!
my husband and i have been married for 12 years and have actively been trying for a family for that long. i have been diagnosed with endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, have a blocked left tube. we have had 3 artificial insem. (none took) we took some time off from all the treatments, tests, drugs, etc. to see if things would happen naturally but nothing! the dr. basically said our chance was left up to invitro but with the cost and no guarantees, we chose adoption instead. our home study will be on dec. 16. very nervous but excited to get the ball rolling.
we are working through both an adoption lawyer and agency. our lawyer has suggested to us to write letters to everybody we know to let them know that you are looking to adopt. maybe somewhere down the line, someone will know someone else who knows someone else, etc. who may be looking to put a baby up for adoption. it also makes you an active participant in searching for your own birth parents. our state (IL) also allows advertising in papers and things.
we have started the nursery but are keeping things as neutral as possible. i smile and feel great every time i go by or in. our crib is on layaway and the bedding will be gotten this weekend.
i know it may be pushing it a little, but i really want to be ready for when that call comes...plus it gives me something to do to pass the time.
once again, welcome to the group, and best of luck to you! sorry this got a little long!
bobbie
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