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Navigating the Internet with Adopted or Foster Tweens and Teens

April 14, 2021 by kristina berg

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 her belt, for better or worse. You probably feel like you are continually playing catch up. How do you navigate the issues of internet safety,

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Impact of Prenatal Exposure to Opiates, Opioids, Methadone, Suboxone, and Other Common Drugs

April 6, 2021 by Creating a Family

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 Abstinence Syndrome or Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (NOWS)? We talk with Dr. Julian Davies, a pediatrician at the University of Washington’s Center for Adoption Medicine

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Supporting an Organization That Puts Kids First

March 24, 2021 by kristina berg

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. “They told me they frequently work with same-gender couples and would be happy to help us,” said Tom. “Immediately, we felt like adopting parents –

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Filed Under: Adoptive Family Stories, Foster Care Adoption, Parenting, Today's Child and Family

When Your Child’s Trauma Impacts Your Marriage

March 1, 2021 by Creating a Family

Parenting a child who has experienced trauma can create a strain on even the strongest, healthiest of partnerships. No matter how well you think you have prepared yourself to bring this child home, you are finding that his challenging behaviors create frustration and exhaustion in your relationship with your spouse or partner. What can you

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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 appreciate and enjoy can be quite a struggle, and it’s even more of a challenge if a child has special needs. Fortunately, there are a

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If You Want to Adopt From Foster Care, Should You Agree to Foster First?

October 14, 2020 by Creating a Family

This content was originally published by Creating a Family, the national infertility education and support nonprofit. View the original post. If your real goal is to adopt from foster care, will sharing this information with the foster care agency hurt your chances of receiving a placement? We recently received this question from one person, but I

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

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 of virtual learning, disruption to established routines, and reduced services can be especially challenging for adoptive families. We’ve compiled a list of resources to encourage

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A Letter To My Adopted Child’s Teacher

September 3, 2020 by Creating a Family

This content was originally published by Creating a Family, the national infertility education and support nonprofit. See the original post.  Adopted parents may feel uncertain about the messages kids receive in school about their family, their unique story, or the child’s individual needs or experiences. If you are like many adoptive parents in our community, you

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A Guide to Selecting An Adoption Or Foster Therapist

August 7, 2020 by Creating a Family

This content was originally published by Creating a Family, the national infertility education and support nonprofit. View the original post. Families usually experience great joy as they welcome newly adopted or foster children into their lives. When a child comes home, parents might start counseling right away, or the need may not arise until a

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What Suprising Thing Did You Learn Your Fist Year as a Foster Parent?

July 28, 2020 by Creating a Family

This content was originally published by Creating a Family, the national infertility education and support nonprofit. View the original post. No matter how well prepared you think you are for a role as significant as a foster parent, you will still encounter surprises. This is one reason a secure “village” supporting you is so crucial:

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