Adoption / Foster Care: Share Your Adoption Story

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Share Your Adoption Story Jan 30th 2013, 08:00 Most of us love to talk about our children, but there seems to be something extra special about adoption stories. If you have added a child or children to your home through adoption, and created your own forever family, we'd love to read your adoption story.   Asking readers to share their adoption stories has become our January tradition over the past few years. Here are some of our newest adoption stories: Waiting for a "Yes" Long Term Placement Turned into Forever Home Choosing Foster Care Adoption Over International Single Parent International Adoption Story Already My Child - Vietnam Adoption Story Have Faith and Wait for the Right Timing Special Needs Older Child from China Adoption Now it's your turn to submit your adoption story

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Adoption / Foster Care: New Articles for January 2013

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New Articles for January 2013 Jan 29th 2013, 23:53 This month was a various collection of articles, including a couple by a guest author, John M. Simmons. Simmons is an adoptive parent of five Russian children. Take a moment to read his thoughts on the history of Russian adoption. Suggested Reading/New Articles and Features: How to Prepare a Child for Visits with Birth Family An Adoption Poem - A Special Bond, a Feeling I Belong Dr. Seuss Books for Foster and Adoptive Families An Adoptive Parent's Thoughts on the Russian Children that Have Been Murdered Thoughts on the History of Russian Adoption John M. Simmons Is a Guest Author Rosie O'Donnell Is a Famous Adoptive Parent San Francisco 49ers Colin Kaepernick Is a Famous Adoptee

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Adoption / Foster Care: Hollywood Adoption - Rosie O'Donnell

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Hollywood Adoption - Rosie O'Donnell Jan 26th 2013, 01:33 It was announced via Twitter on January 9, 2013, that Rosie O'Donnell and wife Michelle Rounds adopted a baby girl. Dakota was born on January 5. O'Donnell has four other children. SOURCE: Rosie O'Donnell, wife Michelle Rounds announce adoption of new daughter Dakota

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Adoption / Foster Care: I Like __________.

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I Like __________. Jan 21st 2013, 11:50 Just found a wonderful website, Ilikegiving.com encourages people to share their stories of generosity and giving. One of the stories on the website is I like adoption. It's a five or six minute video about an adoptive family of nine special needs children. I found it to be fun and uplifting. I hope you enjoy. What do you like? Click "comments" below and share.

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Adoption / Foster Care: I Like __________.

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I Like __________. Jan 21st 2013, 11:50 Just found a wonderful website, Ilikegiving.com encourages people to share their stories of generosity and giving. One of the stories on the website is I like adoption. It's a five or six minute video about an adoptive family of nine special needs children. I found it to be fun and uplifting. I hope you enjoy. What do you like? Click "comments" below and share.

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Adoption / Foster Care: Now That You Know What It's Like

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Now That You Know What It's Like Jan 14th 2013, 09:00 Photo © Carrie Craft, licensed to About.com, Inc. I enjoy training PS-MAPP a lot. It's always a neat experience watching a person's viewpoint grow and change as they learn more about the needs of foster children and their birth families. Many people enjoy listening too and learning from experienced foster parents. This really helps with the decision making process. So, experienced foster parents - What Advice Would You Offer to Those Considering Foster Care? If you have parented a child or children in your home through foster care, share any and all advice you may have for those considering becoming foster parents. Some questions to get you thinking: How did you make the decision to become a foster parent? If you knew then, what you know now or what you'd do differently. How did you handle telling your family about your desire to foster children in need? How did you prepare your children? Were they happy or upset with the decision? I've really enjoyed reading how you'd change the foster care system, now it's your turn to share a bit with those considering working within the foster care system as foster parents. Please, use this form to share your foster parenting wisdom. Suggested Reading: Want to be the kind of foster parents that can help a child move on from a life of abuse and neglect? Sign up for a free e-course today, Learn How to Be a Great Foster Parent in 5 Weeks. Interested in learning how to maintain your sanity and core family while providing foster care?  While serving families and children in need, take some time out to also learn how to strike a balance that also supports the needs of you and your family. If your family is stressed out are you really bringing the best family experience to your child or other children? Sign up for a free e-course today,  Learn How to Be a Strong Foster Family in Four Weeks

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Adoption / Foster Care: Foster Parenting Challenges - Telling a Foster Child They Are Moving

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Foster Parenting Challenges - Telling a Foster Child They Are Moving Jan 11th 2013, 23:39 Fostering brings with it many rewards, but it also comes with its difficulties too. One of those moments happened for us this past spring when we had to tell two foster children that we deeply cared about that we were relocating and could not take them with us. The day of the move was full of tears - for everyone involved. It was important to help the children transition into the new foster home in the smoothest way possible. I think we all did the best we could under the circumstances, but it still didn't feel very good. How do you explain a move to the foster children in your home? What do you do to cope with the emotions - your own, your family's and the child's? Click "comments" and share your experiences or tips. Suggested Reading: How to Explain a Move to a Child in Foster Care Sometimes moves are due to reunification. - What Are the Steps to Family Reunification within the Foster Care System? Why Do Foster Care Disruptions Occur? Help a Foster Child Move with Dignity with a Fun Decorated Tote

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Adoption / Foster Care: Is 2013 the Year You Add to Your Family?

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Is 2013 the Year You Add to Your Family? Jan 6th 2013, 21:38 I have heard that most foster parents spend about two years thinking about becoming a foster parent before signing up to take a foster parenting class. If you're thinking about becoming a foster or adoptive parent in 2013, I think I can offer some insight into helping you reach that goal. Check out my list of New Year's Resolutions for Prospective Foster or Adoptive Parents to help you get on track toward expanding your family this year. For those who are already foster or adoptive parents I have lined up goals on a monthly basis to help get you going for a wonderful 2013, as a foster parent or an adoptive parent. What do you resolve to do in 2013? Share your New Year Resolutions by clicking "comments" below. ____________________________ Suggested Reading: New Year's Resolutions for Prospective Foster or Adoptive Parents Month by Month New Year's Resolutions for Foster Parents Month by Month New Year's Resolutions for Adoptive Parents

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