-for the MoWA (ministry of Women's Affairs) letter to be turned in by our court date.
-for the necessary people to be present and testify at our preliminary appointment May 9th
-For our boys being away from us so long, and for the grandparents taking care of them
If you feel led we have a list of donations. Our daughter is at Hannah's Hope a transition home for the government orphanage. She is so well taken care of and dressed pretty darn cute because so many families traveling before us brought donations over on there trips. So we would love to contribute to the needs they have. Here is below. If you are able to purchase any of these items for us to bring, please let us know. We fly out May 17th.
Infant Needs
***Baby Wipes (Think of how many they go through a day, wow!)
***Organic Unground Flaxseed
Bibs
Infant and Children’s Vitamins
Powdered Similac Formula (regular, vegetable– and ****soy-based*** --> cannot get in Ethiopia and many of the kids are lactose intolerant)
Avent Bottles (8 and 12 oz sizes)
Rice Cereal
Diaper Rash Cream (Desitin is preferred)
Baby Shampoo
Baby Oil
Lotions specifically for dry/ashy skin
Toys for infants 0-16 months
Medications:
Hydrocortisone cream
Neosporin (or generic Triple Antibiotic)
Clotrimazole cream
Infant and children's multi-vitamins
Miscellaneous
Towels (blue or pink, regular size)
Kids and Adult's toothpaste (do NOT need toothbrushes however)
Kleenex Boxes
Braun Thermometer Covers
Sidewalk Chalk
Bubbles
Twin Sheets (mainly flats in pink, purple, red, blue or green—solid or printed)
Children's Clothing Needs - Must be New or Like New (please consider slim clothing)
*At this time, infant clothing is not needed*
Toddler Clothing and Shoes
Light Jackets or Sweaters for all ages
Shorts and Tanks for tall, skinny kids
Boys' Clothing - Age 4-10 - especially pants and pajamas
Girls' Clothing - Age 4-10 - especially pants and pajamas
Underwear for all ages
Shoes for all ages, but especially older boys and girls (age 4-13)
(The popular "Croc" is great for these kids as well as sneakers)
Needs for Special Mothers and Staff
Adult-sized slippers (They don’t wear shoes inside)
Crocs for Adults in sizes 7, 8, and 9 (Easily cleaned for special mother's)
Scrubs (White, size medium, for the special mothers caring for the children)
LapTop Computer, New or Refurbished.
2 comments:
Okay I figured it out =)
I'm taking a rocking chair =) Can't wait to see you there!
So excited for you and your family. I was in Ethiopia in February and experienced that beautiful and amazing country and people first hand. Be blessed!
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