Dr. John DeGarmo is the director of the Foster Care Institute, an adoptive father of three children, and has seen the opioid crisis firsthand. According to DeGarmo, the opioid epidemic is the main reason for the alarming rise of children in foster care. With the number of opioid prescriptions rapidly rising—a total of 259 million […]
Read MoreHappy weekend! How is everyone doing? The is a time filled with many ups and downs. It’s so important to check in with yourself daily and to take inventory of your emotions, struggles, and wins. One day at a time, friends. We also want to wish a very happy Birth Mother’s Day to all the […]
Read MoreThere’s never a dull day in parenting, that’s for sure. One situation that’s more common than we think is favoritism or situational shunning by a child. While this is entirely natural, the first time it occurs can be confusing and hurtful. Children create bonds with their parents in different ways, and sometimes it’s favored more […]
Read MoreAnother week has passed. March felt like a million years, and April whipped by like lightening. How are you feeling? Check-in with yourself daily to ensure you’re doing okay. Or, to realize that you’re not doing okay at all, and could use a little bit of rest and self-love. We continue to send our warmth […]
Read MoreSocial interaction is a vital part of any human’s life—adults and children. This quarantine is essential, but we can’t confuse social distancing with social isolation. It’s these times that force us to be creative and develop new ways to interact with our friends and family until we can physically see them again. Don’t forget about […]
Read MoreYou’ve made it through another week, and that’s something to celebrate. Check-in with yourself: how are you feeling? The crisis is affecting everyone in myriad ways. Hopefully, some of our favorite reads can provide a bit of distraction during this unprecedented time. The school year is done. This week on the blog, we share some […]
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