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An American Family Born of Many Nations

July 1, 2021 by Guest Contributor

Four adopted siblings from around the world

When Ann Schlenner and her family visit their cabin in northern Minnesota, one of the first things she, her husband, Ryan, and their four children do is raise two flags

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Filed Under: Today's Child and Family

Questions to Ask When Accepting a Foster Placement

May 18, 2021 by Guest Contributor

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Experienced foster and adoptive parents will tell you that one key to a successful placement is having the information you need to first decide if a child is a good

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Filed Under: Foster Care, Foster Care Adoption, News, Parenting

Speaking Out on Anti-Asian Racism: An Adoptive Parent’s Perspective

April 8, 2021 by Guest Contributor

Family with white parents and Asian adopted daughters and dog

There is no way around it: adoption is a complicated life journey. It has brought our family immeasurable love and joy but has also carried corresponding challenges—none more imposing than

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Filed Under: Adoptive Family Stories, News

Practical Tips for Parenting a Child with ADHD

January 13, 2021 by Guest Contributor

Parenting a child with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) can be challenging. Your child’s behavior, lack of focus on tasks, and struggle to follow your family’s daily flow feel overwhelming

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Filed Under: News

Choosing The Perfect Gift For A Child With Special Needs

December 21, 2020 by Guest Contributor

The holidays are here, and it’s the time of year when parents are scrambling to find the perfect gift for their little ones. Finding a present that a child will

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Filed Under: News, Parenting

10 Tips to Enjoy the Holidays with Kids Who Have Experienced Trauma

December 11, 2020 by Guest Contributor

The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, family togetherness, and celebration. For those who are parenting kids who have experienced trauma or loss, we know that this

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Thankful to Be Together this Holiday Season

December 7, 2020 by Guest Contributor

When Becky and Nick DeTrempe married four years ago, they became a blended family with Becky’s two children, Joci (14) and Bill (13), and Nick’s son, Austin (18). Their life

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Filed Under: News, Today's Child and Family

Adoptive Siblings: The Invisible Family Members

November 11, 2020 by Guest Contributor

This article was written by Dr. Jana Hunsley and was originally published on September 1, 2022, by the National Council for Adoption in Adoption Advocate No. 147. My life changed

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Tour Korea: A Dad’s Perspective

October 26, 2020 by Guest Contributor

My wife Susan, and 7-year-old daughter Amanda went to Korea in the year 2000 to pick up our daughter and Amanda’s new baby sister—Marisa. In the Summer of 2019, Marisa

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Filed Under: Adoptive Family Stories, Culture and Heritage, International Adoption, News

Back To School Resources Round Up

September 22, 2020 by Guest Contributor

This article was originally published by the National Council for Adoption (NCFA) From preschool to college, this school year is anything but normal for students and their parents. The challenges

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Filed Under: News, Parenting

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