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03-31-2008, 05:44 PM
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Adopting and HIV+ Child/Baby
Hi guys,
I was just wondering if anybody out there adopted an HIV + child? I would love to hear about your experiences - PM me if you prefer! Thanks, karyn
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04-02-2008, 06:12 PM
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I know this was discussed recently, but I can't find it!!! There are several parents here dealing with kids that have Hep C or MRSA, both of which have similiar ramifications... they might be able to answer some questions.
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04-03-2008, 09:39 AM
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Thanks athikers! I have searched the forum too and can't find anyone - and other threads that have been started have gone unanswered.
I find it hard to believe that no one is parenting an HIV+ child/baby - is it because there is still such a stigma that no one wants to talk about it? Strange - because in the West HIV is now considered a non-fatal disease and is manageable with drugs, etc. I am just starting to think about this but would love to hear from others with personal experience...
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Mom to bio dd - age 14 - Mom to adopted ds - age 8 - Waiting to adopt #3 from South Africa December 2005 - Began Homestudy May 2006 - Homestudy approved - June 2006 - Profile in South Africa July 2006 - waiting for a referral!!!!!! Nov 2006 - Referral - it's a boy!!!! Dec 27th - leave for SA! the countdown begins.... January 22nd - Home in Canada with new baby boy.
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04-03-2008, 05:27 PM
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Karyn - Here's the link to another thread that talks about it.
Is it a bad idea...? There's not a lot of discussion but some. I am really hoping someone with experience will see your thread and offer some support. Best Wishes - Suz
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