Adoption (general)
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Helping Adopted Children Thrive
Children, even very young children, can have extreme difficulty adjusting their adoptive home. Here are some ideas and tips for making that transition easier for them. more...
Many adoptive parents are suffering from a common complaint called Post-Adoption Depression. It's a real condition that many in the adoption community are unaware exists. more...
Creating a lifebook is a wonderful way to positively affect the life of a foster or adopted child. Getting started may be the hardest part, here's how. more...
A lifebook is an excellent tool for building self-esteem and helping an adopted child understand the circumstances surrounding his adoption. more...
An experienced and reputable attorney is a valuable tool in the adoption process. Learn what to look for in an adoption lawyer and how to select one. more...
Choosing an Adoption Facilitator
If you are looking to adopt, you have no doubt found that the whole process can be daunting. A qualified adoption facilitator can help. Here is what you need to know. more...
There are many advantages to using an agency to adopt. Here is what you need to know about finding a quality adoption agency. more...
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By: Angela Krueger
Making a family tree for an adopted child can be a challenging and fulfilling project. Try these creative ways of showing family ties. more...
By: Angela Krueger
Making a scrapbook lifebook for an adopted child is a heartfelt project that helps kids see the details of their life story through photos and journaling. more...
By: Angela Krueger
Choosing a name for an adopted child can be a complex but meaningful process. Consider these ideas for a baby or older child who is joining the family through adoption. more...
By: Angela Krueger
For Caucasian couples wanting to adopt a biracial baby, find out ways to help the child connect to her Black heritage from a young age. more...
Surviving an Adoption Reversal
By: Angela Krueger
When the adoption of a child does not go as planned, it is a devastating event for the adoptive family. Consider these tips and resources as a place to begin the healing. more...
By: Maura Clegg
How a child adopted from your state agency can reap benefits from an open or semi-open adoption. How the benefits to the child can far outweight any negative outcome. more...
By: Angela Krueger
If you are in the process of waiting for a child to join your family through adoption, try some of these activities to keep busy during the long weeks and months ahead. more...
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