Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have been in the news often in recent years. Learning about the impact of trauma and adverse childhood experiences on your child’s developing brain might feel
5 Parenting Tips When You Have a Challenging Child
When you have a challenging child, sometimes it feels like you are slogging through mud in the trenches of life. It’s hard to see your way out of the struggle
Red Flags That Your Therapist Might Not Be The Right Fit
You’ve narrowed the search for an adoption or foster competent therapist after gathering recommendations from friends, some internet research, and a few phone interviews. You have high hopes for the
Thinking About Adopting a Sibling Group? Things to Consider First
Many hopeful parents consider adopting a sibling group when they are starting their process to build a family. There are some things to consider if you are thinking about adopting
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
Supporting Reunification as a Kinship Caregiver
Kinship caregivers have unique opportunities to provide nurturing care for children whose parents cannot parent them for a season. However, the pre-existing relationships you have with the child’s parents, whether
Positive Adoption Language & Why It Matters
We’ve all heard the adage “words matter.” Indeed, in this fast-paced social media culture, new words and definitions are evolving faster than most of us can keep up with. As
Supporting an Organization That Puts Kids First
Seven years ago, Tom Ewald and Joe Thom took their first step toward becoming parents by contacting Children’s Home. They were looking for a referral to an LGBTQ-inclusive adoption agency.
Navigating the Internet with Adopted or Foster Tweens and Teens
The internet and social media are excellent tools for research, entertainment, and connection. It is likely that your tween or teen already has a good deal of online experience under
Impact of Prenatal Exposure to Opiates, Opioids, Methadone, Suboxone, and Other Common Drugs
What do adoptive and foster parents need to know about the impacts of prenatal exposure to opioids, Suboxone, and Methadone? What are the risks to a baby born with Neonatal
