Leigh's Adoption Journey
It’s interesting how when we reflect on our life, we can see how things that really didn’t make sense at the time they happened totally make sense to our story now. For instance, I always loved dolls, and I mean the baby dolls kind, not the kind you put on a shelf and never touch. I was a little Mama from the time I can remember. Maybe I get that from my dad as even he had a doll as a little boy. But both of my parents taught me how to love, and they prepared me to be a mom.
The first time I can remember hearing about adoption was in church. Our faith community supported a home for children, and each year as ...
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Book for Teen Parents
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Adult adoptee and family therapist Katie Naftzger shares her personal and professional wisdom in this guide to help adoptive parents remain a calm parental influence in the midst of stormy and erratic teen behavior. This guide describes the essential skills you need to help your adopted teen confidently face the challenges of growing up and outlines four key goals for adoptive parents:
· To move from rescuing to responding
· To set ...
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Child Fatality Review – “Safe Sleep”
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation Child Fatality Review Unit recently released this video urging parents to be diligent in providing “Safe Sleep” environments for infants. Infant mortality is a difficult topic to discuss. However, it is important that this information be shared to prevent any parent from facing an avoidable tragedy. ...
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The Best Advice for First Time Parents Prepping for Adoption
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Written By: Amanda Henderson amanda@safechildren.info
Nothing can be more miraculous than adding a child to your life, and all parents go through stages where they feel ill-prepared. It’s no different when you’re opening your home and heart to a child through adoption, and it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. Through preparation, however, you can better focus on the joy of your child and savor building family bonds. Read on for how to create the perfect landing spot for your child so you can make the most of every moment of this life-changing experience.
Stock up smartly
If you’re planning to adopt an infant ...
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