My family doesn't understand? Or am I the one ... - Adoption Forums

Do what you feel is best! If they aren't much support anyway, why would you listen?

My family has been pretty supportive, until now that we want a new baby. They aren't against it really, but like you, I vent on my hectic and bad days. My mom thinks I'm totally stressed, just because the kids act up when I'm on the phone with her. Well, after 45 minutes they get bored of hearing my side of the conversation and they want snacks or to play or whatever. My mom would stay on the phone all day if she could so she thinks that they are always freaking out like that - which they aren't. Just when they are sick of me being on the phone with her. lol

So yeah, she thinks I'm crazy for wanting another one, but really it's pretty calm here now that they are older. We had three that were 15 months and under but now they are 3, 4, and 4 1/2. BIG DIFFERENCE! My family used to help us with babysitting and such, but not so much now that I don't need it. I guess they are still remembering the crazy days with the diaper/bottle assembly line.

Oh well. I do what I want and they always come around. I'm sure your family will too eventually. But my kids and any kids I might be able to help will always come first for me.

ETA: And my sister is just against it because she knows I won't be able to help her as much with free babysitting. I bet most of the people who don't want you to do it have more selfish reasons than a concern for you.

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Cakes - Placed at 4 weeks old from hospital on 10/2008; adopted 9/2011

Bear - Placed at 13 months old on 5/2009; adopted 8/2010

Bug - Placed at 4 weeks old from hospital on 7/2009; adopted 9/2010

Took a one year break. Almost licensed again and waiting for a placement.

Source: http://forums.adoption.com/foster-parent-support/409459-my-family-doesnt-understand-am-i-one-not-thinking-clearly.html

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