[punchkin]

Hello to all. Although my adoption is not final yet, another 3 to 4 months to go i think. i was wondering if it would be alright to go ahead and have a christening cermony using her adopted name. it would be a big affair. The adoption should not run into any problems, however anything is possible i know. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks in advance.

[lambeausam]

I was able to do this with my youngest son. However, I first received approval from DCFS.

Happy Christening!

Sam

[riley6]

We waited until the adoption was final and then had my kids' baptized. We had a HUGE celebration. Everyone in my church was thrilled for us. It meant so much more to me, bc they were not only adopted into God's family, but MINE as well!

[Kathyl]

What fun,good for you!
I am curious what did you do at the celebration and ceremony? We are currently planning ours and are looking for ideas, Thanks
Especially to honor the folks that supported us through this (social worker etc) and the bio kids for having such open hearts.

[riley6]

We had finger sandwhiches, salads, chips and a veggie platter. We ordered a beautiful cake that had the children's names on it and "Blessings to the ______ family". It was a beautiful day outside so half the party was in the house (mostly adults) and the other half (mostly kids) was outside. They played in the cul de sac and yard. The adults mostly talked. I had picture albums out for our guests to look through. Almost three years of pictures. It was hard to believe all we've been through and much the kids have grown.

I'm making a scrap book with their cards and new pictures.

[Michelle 053002]

we had our before finalization. we were told once Bmom's rights were terminated it was ok.

[macrod]

I am waiting to finalize the adoption before we baptize. I can hardly wait. I could baptize her now, but our Priest needs a birth certificate. I would like to have her new last name on it so we are waiting. Anyway, this gives me more time to plan a party. I am also taking this time to surf around for ideas. Good luck with your planning!

[rastachris]

Our daughter was baptized one week after finalization, but that was just a scheduling thing. Our bparent's rights were terminated within days of our daughter's birth. And our priest did not need a birth certificate. We had a lovely party afterward.

Congrats!