Search Results: January/February 2001

Adoptive Motherhood

“Making Time for My Daughter…and Myself”

I have been doing poorly at the job that's the most important in the world to me–being a good mother to my daughter. I accepted my current position in part so I could afford things for her, such as private school. Now I find myself robbing her of the things that mean the most: my time and attention and patience.

Single parent adoption can create loving families

“Until the Real Thing Comes Along”

After adopting in mid-life, I found I welcomed the role of single parent. Perhaps this is because I can deal only with one big relationship at a time, and my daughter takes up all the room.

How to recognize sensory integration dysfunction in your child.

The Little Girl Who Loved to Swing

For some children suffering from sensory integration disorder, sounds are distracting, clothes are itchy, and everyday life is filled with too many unpleasant situations.

The Carneys' adoption finalization

“The Final Step”

A mother is surprised at her tears when, standing in a courtroom, that last bit of red tape comes unstuck.

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