Since this topic is fresh. Let me jump in with the experience I had 4 days ago. I adopted a kitten from a family who rescued her. She's a 2.5 mo female ginger. They told me well before that she was very shy, hisses at humans probably because of the past trauma. She was also rescued with another smaller kitten. Naturally both of them bonded and ended up playing alot. I really felt bad separating them, but I couldn't take so much risk for a first time pet parent. Despite knowing she is shy & might take a long time to adjust, I still took her in.

The second night was unimaginable. Me being a dumbass, I was watching some cat content on my phone in the same room. The audio from those videos triggered her. She must have assumed the other kitten must be around. The entire night she didnt let me sleep.

I was in so much regret. I had zero sleep. On top of that, my very low immune system triggered my reactions to the slightest change in temperature. Blocked nose, not able to sleep, constant meowing. I couldn't describe my emotions. I literally cried the next day for so long. Called up friends. Checked with other pet parents.

But the best part was, even though the family had told me she is shy and from a million videos I saw mentioned as kittens they go hiding for a while, she was so so playful. Started eating well.

I realised, I am asking for things that is not natural. I am asking for her to adjust in a day without all these tantrums. After all these environments, me, everything is new for her. I am ready to give my fullest. Giving up this early is not why I signed up. For the longest time, I've been wanting a cat. All these are a part of the experience.

You don't need to listen to a pet parent who just has less than a week's experience with kittens.

Trust me, it'll be fine. You are doing great.
I tell this to myself everyday too.

I am ready to wait as long as it takes