While holidays are usually presented as a time of fun and laughter, it’s not the case for everyone. For those struggling, or in limbo, the holidays can elicit feelings of grief, sadness, and stress. Families waiting to adopt may experience a particular sense of loss as they negotiate the holiday and their pending adoption. If […]
Read MoreWinter came…early. We talked to one parent this week whose kids thought that the snow meant Santa would be there the next morning. You can imagine their surprise when they were told they still had 50 days to wait! In any event, we hope you’re staying cozy and warm, snuggled and safe. Thanks for being […]
Read MoreThere are many types of support you can offer to shape your child’s life positively and responsibly. In addition to providing loving and gentle guidance, it’s also your responsibility to set boundaries and provide a structure that will lead into adulthood. This requires being able to distinguish between your child’s behavior and how it provides […]
Read MoreHappy fall weekend! Did you recover from Daylight Savings Time? It’s only 60 minutes, but it sure does shake things up! We hope you’re staying cozy and happy this weekend. Take good care, and thanks for being a part of our community. Enjoy our favorite adoption, parenting, and family reads from around the internet this […]
Read MorePercentages of adoptions from foster cost have climbed over the last few years, but there are still nearly half-million children and young adults in the foster care system, according to Children’s Rights. Almost 6% of children have been in the foster system for at least five years, without a family to call their own. It’s […]
Read MoreHappy Weekend! Halloween is over, and basically overnight, all things Thanksgiving have magically emerged. Settle in friends, here come it comes. Take a moment to restore with our favorite adoption and parenting reads of the week. Thank you for visiting us! This week on our blog we discussed the effects of poverty on parenting. The […]
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