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National Adoption Awareness Month is in full swing and I feel hopeful and focused. The conversations surrounding this month have been purposeful and progressive. Mental health awareness has become increasingly prevalent in society, yet the specific needs of the...

As we delve into the theme of mental health this November, it's crucial to be mindful of the saying, "You can't pour from an empty cup." This is especially pertinent for adoptive parents, as we must prioritize our well-being—physically, mentally, and spiritually—to...

November is National Adoption Awareness Month (NAAM). It’s a time dedicated to education and storytelling and our social media feeds are sure to be inundated with a variety of adoption related topics. I don’t know about you, but my social media is full of adoption...

What does it mean to Honor traditions in an adoptive familly? Honoring traditions is a way to honor life and our experiences. We celebrate the journey of those who came before us, deepen our understanding of who we are, and create a foundation upon which future...

As a birth mother, incorporating traditions into my adoption took some time and consideration. Traditions are important because they can serve as a way to commemorate milestones or important dates. Some traditions are only performed privately by the birth mother for...

When I was nine years old, my parents had the opportunity to run the very orphanage from which I was adopted. We spent two and a half to three years in Haiti as missionaries, a period that impacted me then and continues to influence me now. At the time, I didn’t fully...

Navigating Competition Between Adoptive and Birth Parents Competition refers to the rivalry between individuals or groups striving for the same goal, such as winning a contest, achieving a high level of performance, or gaining recognition or rewards. It involves the...