Roddy and Alex, Julie and Nick, Kim, Jessica, and Bridget mention positive
How did you find the process of being approved?
“As it went on, it felt like free counseling a little bit rather than… people sort of probing and us getting defensive”
Does your child have contact with their birth family?
“It’s also a direct way for the children to be reassured that their birth mother is still well, and equally for her to see the children are still being fed.”
What are the brilliant things about adopting?
“But we went in and they were asleep and their beds were next to each other with their arms round each other. And that was fantastic to see and now they’re best friends.”
How did you prepare for adoption?
“this child comes to you and they are their own person and you have to respect that. But also, it makes it easier not to put all of your stuff on to them. You know, all… load them with your expectations, or… or worry that their, their characteristics a”
Do you think adoption is a good thing?
“The outcomes of children when they go into adoptive placements are generally good , they do better at school, they’re at less risk of things like teenage pregnancies and getting involved with drugs when they’re in adoptive placements…”
Do you think adoption is a good thing?
“...adoption in the 21st century is very different and poses very different challenges to adoption 50 years ago”