Being a teenager is just plain hard. These years are full of jolting twists and turns. If you’re an adopted teen, the path will probably have
Adoption is a commitment and journey that transforms lives. As adoptive parents, you need to be ready for an era filled with lots of love and lots
NCFA Training Opportunity: Talking to Friends and Family About Adoption Date and Time: May 16th | 1:00 – 2:00pm ETRegistration: Free, with 1
“I am a cool mom!” At least I thought I was going to be a cool mom. In reality, I am often the oversized sweatshirt and leggings mom who is so
Learning to Embrace the Unknowns of Adoption It was like one of those scenes from a movie when everything is in slow motion. Our closest friends an
Adoption is a beautiful way to start your family or grow your family, and it can happen in many ways. There are, of course, international and priva
We’ve all been there before. You say the exact wrong thing and you’re stuck trying to backpedal and recover but manage to make it worse? Please
Reflections from an Adoptive Mother Here’s the thing. We don’t know stuff until we know stuff right? Adoption wasn’t especially common maybe
Here’s the thing. We don’t know stuff until we know stuff right? Adoption wasn’t especially common maybe 60 years ago, or even 40 years ago.
Before delving into unique bonding opportunities with your kids, it’s essential to recognize the significance of these moments, particularly
What is Attachment theory? Attachment theory is the name of a theory that explains how a child’s first relationships are integral to their
There was an article in Time Magazine that talked about the survivors of the holocaust and how it affected the genes of subsequent generations. A t
Becoming a mom goes beyond biology. It’s an emotional, life-changing experience that goes deeper than DNA. As a mom through adoption, my experien
The teenage years are a whirlwind of change and discovery. Whirlwind meaning, hang onto your hats! They come with, let’s call them “unique” c
My mom spent my formative years watching Perry Mason (the old black and white one, whose theme music I cannot purge from my brain despite many year
Adoption and Parenting: Becoming Accountable If you find yourself struggling to parent post-adoption, maybe you can relate. I messed up today. This
Bringing an adopted child into your life is a journey. Your world will be filled with love, growth, and the joy of nurturing a beautiful bond. One
I’m not brave. I’m not a superhero. I’m not gifted in any particular way or a saint. Please don’t put that on me. That’s an expectation I
Do you ever look at your child, the child you waited so long to adopt, who you would walk over fire and take bullets for, and why you even thought
The decision to start the adoption process can be daunting. It’s a choice that will impact the rest of your life and the life of your child. As w