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
When Your Child’s Trauma Impacts Your Marriage
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
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
If You Want to Adopt From Foster Care, Should You Agree to Foster First?
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
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
A Letter To My Adopted Child’s Teacher
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
A Guide to Selecting An Adoption Or Foster Therapist
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
What Suprising Thing Did You Learn Your Fist Year as a Foster Parent?
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