It can be very awkward when someone asks if your child knows if they are adopted, especially when the child is standing within earshot.
Adoptive parents get peppered with questions and comments from curious strangers who are often insensitive to families feelings. People should be more sensitive to others, especially asking such personal questions in front of an adopted child. Unfortunately, not everyone is up to date on social etiquette.
Here are a few snappy answers to let the person know that they are out of line asking such personal questions.
Vote for the best comeback to does you child know that they are adopted
Well, she does NOW. Thanks.
Well if she didn't all she'd need is a mirror.
Shhhhh, keep it down, I don’t want my husband to find out she’s not his!
She does know she’s adopted. She’s Native American and said to tell you to get off her land!
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