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“Someone to Count On”
Four years ago, I legally became a mother. The adoption day was no less special because I had already been parenting Danielle for 15 months. On that day, I truly claimed my daughter. No one could take her away.
A Mother’s Day Ritual
A simple ceremony with flowers and candles helped my children celebrate their love for two mothers.
Establishing a Routine
When it comes to easing your baby's transition to your home, consistency is key.
“Intimate Strangers”
She was going to have a child but couldn’t keep it, I wanted a child desperately but couldn’t have one. She was the mother at birth; I was the mother right after. It sounds simple, but it wasn’t.
“The Second Half of My Life”
I had been a hard-driving reporter and happily single. But now, I was ready for something more.
The Daddy Question
How you respond to questions about your "single parent" status depends on who's asking...
A Durable Relationship with Your Child’s Birth Parents
Over the years, an open adoption arrangement may need to evolve to accommodate the changing needs of everyone involved — above all, the child.
Starting the Adoption Conversation
Keep talks with your child simple and relaxed. Your ease with discussing adoption lays the groundwork for a lifelong dialogue.
When Partners Become Parents
Gay adoption is on the rise. Here's what you need to know.
“A Boy Like Him”
From the moment we met 27 years ago, our son knew exactly what he wanted: a family. He staked his claim on our hearts as only he could.
“A Home for Helen”
She was a motherless five-year-old living in an Ethiopian orphanage. The package in her hands promised a brighter future.
The Dating Game
With your guidance your teenager can ease into the world of romantic relationships confidently and responsibly.
The Indulged Child
We want the best for our children — and sometimes that means saying no.