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Reply to "Talk me out of adopting as a single woman"
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[quote=Anonymous]I'm a single parent, not adoptive. It's hard, but I am also having a lot of fun. I used to think anyone could do it, but I am no longer sure of that. I think you have to be organized enough to pull off the essentials, but comfortable with chaos, because you can't do it all. There are some thing that are easier for single parents. You don't have to discuss anything with anyone. Many of my married friends seem to spend hours going back and forth about who is going to do what. You won't have to do that. While most men I know do at least some childcare, most of the women are still taking the career hits (but are still working), are still doing all of the logistics (pediatrician's appointments, noticing that the child is outgrowing clothes), and are making travel plans to visit the husband'd family. I'm sure some husbandss are a net benefit, but I wouldn't bet on all of them.[/quote]
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