Even though my husband couldn't stay with me to foster our daughter in Guatemala, I was never short on parenting help.
Lending a Hand
Finding ways to "give back" as a family can be fun—and rewarding—for 'tweens and parents alike.
First Conversations with Kids About Race
Bringing up race and racism to your kid can be tough — but it should be done sooner rather than later.
Ask AF: Telling Nieces and Nephews About Adoption
How can we explain our plan to adopt to our nieces and nephews (ages one to nine)?
Easy Does It!
Even preschoolers can get stressed by holidays. A few simple games and activities can ward off the meltdowns.
Bringing Up Birth Siblings
Our daughter has birth siblings she doesn't know about, but we don't know how to tell her.
Ask the Doctor: Sensory Integration Disorder
Our medical expert explains sensory integration disorder in adopted children, and everything parents can do to help children lead normal, happy lives.
Wanted: Teens
Adopt an adolescent? People do, all the time.
“Our Son’s Direct Connection with his Birth Mother”
Our sons stay in touch with their birth mom through a P.O. box...and something a little less tangible.
“Becoming Mom, One Page at a Time”
I found my own way to connect with my children’s cultures—by getting lost in a few good books.
“When I Grow Up”
My daughter’s daydreams about her future family may be a little offbeat. Works for me—as long as she always follows her heart.
[Book Review] Growing Girls
Read AF's review of Growing Girls, a memoir about being a mom, adoption issues and all.
[Book Review] Building the Bonds of Attachment
"Before, I'd had a tendency to give in to my daughter, but my concessions were making her more anxious, not less." This mom recommends this book to every adoptive parent.
Ask AF: Building Relationships
Our toddler bonded very quickly with our immediate family, but she still refuses to allow anyone else to hold her, including our relatives. Is this normal for a two-year-old?
Ask AF: Building Trust
Answers to your parenting questions.
Ask AF: Baby Shower Timing
Answering your parenting questions.
Ask AF: Staying on Formula
Answers to your parenting questions.
“We Got the Best One!”
Sometimes, bonds in adoption form so instantly, so mysteriously, you just wonder how you ever got this lucky...