B egin now preparing yourselves for your homestudy. This is a time to learn more about each other and to begin preparing for new roles as parents. All aspects of the adoption process should be discussed jointly. Each person should have their questions answered and feel completely comfortable with the answers. Children restore our awareness of the world around us and renew our wonder and amazement.
Tips Be happy and excited, but try to relax .
Get organized and be prepared for your homestudy . Select a Social Worker who will prepare a thorough homestudy . Get your home ready for a visitor, but don't exhaust yourself cleaning and polishing . Don't mis-lead the worker about any part of your life. Your worker will discuss these things with you and chances are, it won't present a problem if you show how you are currently dealing with the situation.