[suitfamily]

My sister and her fiance' are expecting a child in about 8 weeks. Neither one of them wanted this pregnancy nor do they want this child. They feel that they enjoy their own time together too much to be burdended with a child. My husband and I would like to adopt this baby because we want the child to stay in the family (we already have three children), but my sister and her fiance' do not agree with this decision. We realize that the dynamic of our family relationship will be at risk for all involved, but we want to go ahead with initiating adoption. My question is this: How would we go about filing an adoption request for their baby? And what major obstacles stand in our way? Any help would be most appreciated. Thanks from a hopeful aunt.

[BrandyHagz]

but we want to go ahead with initiating adoption.

Unless they agree - you can't.

And what major obstacles stand in our way?

Well, no obstacles - because most obstacles can be overcome - you will face a brick wall. Unless the parents agree to allow you adopt their child, there isn't anything you can do...

This is their decision. They are the parents. You should respect whatever decision they make without making things more difficult for them.

[Leigh131313]

Sorry, you can't do a thing.

This is completely their decision. They are the ones who get to decide where the baby goes.

Perhaps if they chose an open adoption, you may be able to be a part of the child's life. My son has contact with his entire extended birthfamily. I am also in contact with my bhalfsister who my aunt adopted from my mom....open adoptions CAN work and can maybe help in your grief.