A trip to the doctor's office reminds me of the love inside my son's perfect heart.
“What ‘Gotcha’ Means to My Family”
While I acknowledge that the word carries only a hint of the day's complicated meaning, to me, "Gotcha" says it all.
“Our Passage to India”
Traveling to our daughters' birth country allowed us to bond, both with their ethnic heritage and our fellow travelers.
Race Matters at Pact Camp
A summer heritage camp that's all about helping transracial families.
Summer Heritage Guide: If You Have a Weekend or Less
Great heritage ideas that dont require plane ticketsor even a full tank of gas.
“Loving My Daughter, A Country Apart”
I didn't travel to meet my new daughter. But nothing could stop me from becoming Maura's mommy.
Learning to Make Mistakes
Some of our kids turn into perfectionists during grade school. Is there a link to adoption?
10 Questions to Ask When Considering a Heritage Camp
Most are designed for families. Other camps are just for kids, such as Holt Adoptee Camp (right), a sleep-away experience for children ages nine to 16.
Listen to the Musical Beat of Love
Musicians—from folk singers to rappers—are tuning in to adoption to create deeply personal reflections and hummable melodies. These songs are what you need when words aren't enough.
Answering Tough Questions
As your teen's thinking becomes more sophisticated, she'll want to know more about her adoption.
Milestones That Matter
Every child develops at his own pace. But there are signs you should watch for.
Back to the Land: Planning a Rewarding Heritage Trip
Sometimes adopted children need to go back to their birthplaces to learn more about themselves.
“The Birthday Package for Our Son’s Birth Parents”
Photos and letters are the only things my son's birth mother asked for. I hope that what we send expresses our gratitude.
Searching for Birth Families
Parents who look for their child’s birth family abroad are ushering in a new openness in international adoption. Many say the decision to search requires careful thought.
Adoption, Race, and Parenting at Camp
A summer heritage camp that's all about helping transracial families.
“When Did My Little Girl Grow Up?”
My daughter is still very much a little girl. But with every passing week, it’s getting frighteningly easier to imagine her teen years.
Understanding Your Child’s Temperament
Can a family with a mix of temperaments get along? Here's smart advice for achieving maximum harmony.
“Don’t Hold Back”
Why should we miss out on the breath-holding, tiny-onesie-admiring, pink-and-blue joy of anticipating parenthood?
Ask AF: Sudden Secrecy About Adoption
When your child reaches his preteen years, he may deny his adoption to fit in with peers. Ronny Diamond explains how parents can cope.
Ask AF: Adopting a “Matching” Sibling
Our expert discusses the idea of adopting a "matching" sibling — and other ways to strengthen your child's racial identity.
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