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Adoption: What helps and what doesn't
How to avoid words that hurt and choose words that healWell-meaning people can make statements that cause hurt to the child, the adoptive parents and the birth mother.What hurts children who have been...
View ArticleNavigating the adoption process
A brief look at the procedural steps in adoption, from start to finishWhether you adopt privately, publically or internationally, many aspects of the adoption process are the same. If you are...
View ArticleThe benefits of adoption training
Even long-time parents need new skills to effectively parent adopted childrenMany a parent has sighed and said, “I wish kids came with a training manual!”All parents, from time to time, wish we knew...
View ArticleA network of support for adoptive families
A sense of humour, patience and reliance on God and others will help your family bondJourneys take on different dimensions when we are accompanied by others. Adoptive parents who develop informal...
View ArticleAdoption success for the long haul
Don’t be discouraged by short-term setbacks; the larger reward lies aheadAs an adoptive parent, always have faith that you are doing the right thing. You may have to make choices that are best for your...
View ArticleTraits of successful adoptive families
Faith and perseverance will help you through the less-than-perfect daysThe adoption journey is resplendent with unforeseen detours, mountaintop experiences, formidable challenges – and magnificent...
View ArticleBecoming a family
Tips to help you and your adopted child bond as a familyFor most of us, being part of a family is something we seldom reflect on. Our role in our family is so familiar and comfortable that we take many...
View ArticleBuilding a support system
Don't try to go it alone as adoptive parents - you'll need a team to cheer you onAs you pursue adoption, you may find that not everyone in your relationship circles supports or even understands your...
View ArticleHow to prepare for your home assessment
De-mystifying one of the most important steps in the adoption processFor families considering adopting a child, one of the most intimidating aspects of the adoption process is the home assessment. Some...
View ArticleCoping with adoption stress
Controlling your emotions to bring healing to your childIt is through the expression, processing and understanding of our own fears that we can calm our stress. Both parents and children experience...
View ArticleThe post-placement journey
An eye-opening discussion that will help you prepare to raise an adopted childThe Christian Alliance for Orphans has been holding a series of helpful webinars offering support to churches who want to...
View ArticleAn example fundraising letter
This simple tool will help you engage friends and family in the joy of your adoptionTo understand the purpose of this letter, first read Cammy Lockwood's article, How to Fundraise for Your Adoption....
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Preparing for adoption
Tips that will spare you from confusion and disappointmentIn some ways, adoption is like pregnancy. Both are filled with expectations and the hope of an expanded family, but it is also a time of...
View ArticleHow to fundraise for your adoption
Tips to help you engage others in your journeyWhen you start fundraising for your adoption, it's like throwing your doors open wide and welcoming your community into your house. You are opening...
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