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
Questions to Ask When Accepting a Foster Placement
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
Speaking Out on Anti-Asian Racism: An Adoptive Parent’s Perspective
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
Practical Tips for Parenting a Child with ADHD
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
Choosing The Perfect Gift For A Child With Special Needs
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
10 Tips to Enjoy the Holidays with Kids Who Have Experienced Trauma
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
Thankful to Be Together this Holiday Season
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
Adoptive Siblings: The Invisible Family Members
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
Tour Korea: A Dad’s Perspective
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
Back To School Resources Round Up
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
