Adoption Wise

#16: The Ultimate Shopping Guide for Adoptive Families


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Melissa and Lisa share some of their favorite gift ideas for the people you love, and a few suggestions for you too in this episode. Maybe you'll find some new ideas here!

We'd love to hear your suggestions. Join the conversation on our private Facebook group.
Babies and Toddlers
Growth chart

Cardboard bricks

Toy kitchen
Preschoolers
PlasmaCar

Strider bike

Homemade Playdoh
Click here for a tried and true recipe.
Add citrus oils for an energizing experience or floral oils for a calming ritual.

Duplos

Gorilla gym

Rice bin with toys - link to a blog post
Early Elementary
Kinetic Sand

Adventures in Odyssey and Radio Theater

Ant Farm

Bird Feeder

Magnatiles
Later Elementary
Experiences - rock climbing, trampoline park

Subscriptions: magazines,
Middle School
Lego Robotics

Suspend game

Gifts to match their interests and hobbies

Athletic gear - gym bag, hoodie, socks

Headlamp

Craft supplies

Prismacolor pencils and sketchbook

Headphones
Teens
Letter boards and magnetic poetry

Gift cards

Escape Room (check Groupon for a great deal)

Room decor: twinkle lights, banners, posters, bulletin board

Car tools and accessories - toolkit, car essential oil diffuser, organizers

Tickets to a concert, sporting event, etc.

Bluetooth earbuds
Moms
Tote bag/Carry on

Personalized mom jewelry

Travel pillow

Handlettering Kit

Yeti or Klean Kanteen travel mug

House cleaning - monthly or one-time deep clean

...more
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