Our sons stay in touch with their birth mom through a P.O. box...and something a little less tangible.
In Memory of Gregory C. Keck, Ph.D.
Adoptive Families magazine mourns the passing of Advisory Board member Gregory C. Keck, Ph.D., coauthor of Parenting the Hurt Child, Adopting the Hurt Child, and other books.
Lifebook Lessons
Five experts answer your questions in this how-to guide for creating what will likely become your child's favorite read-to-me book.
“Coming Into Focus”
Online images opened my heart, then my home.
“Unexpectedly in Sync”
My daughter formed a swift, intense bond with her four birth sisters. The surprising love I felt for them blindsided me, but now it makes perfect sense.
“Where Did You Get Those Dimples?”
Even among same-race families physical differences can prompt curious questions. How did you handle it?
“Letters to Noelle”
As my letter-writing to my son's birth mother has evolved, so has our relationship grown.
Book Excerpt: The Mercy Rule
Read an excerpt from Perri Klass' new novel about a pediatrician who grew up in foster care — and now works with similar at-risk patients.
“Fostering Hope”
For the past four years, my wife and I have provided a temporary roost for kids blown about by a fate they didn't deserve.
Fostering Positive Perceptions
The number of children adopted from foster care has dropped in recent years — and a new survey finds that Americans believe many myths about the process. Here are the facts, and real-life stories, that could help find more kids permanent homes.
“Journey Into Our Son’s Culture”
Visiting our son in the orphanage where he lived revealed the humbling truth that he'll leave behind a lovely way of life.
“Where Will We Fit In?”
Selling my parents' house makes me wonder where to put down roots for our family of two.
“Fostering Love”
With fost-adopt, I didn’t need to own a home or have $50,000 in the bank to become a parent.
Mommy, Where Did I Come From?
Many adoptive parents mistake talking about the culture or place their child is from is enough. Learn why talking about birth parents matters.
“Losing Sleep”
As my daughter discovers the brave new world of sleepovers, she and I are both missing out on some shut-eye.
“No More Monkey Business”
Cake? Check. Invitations? Check. Favors? Check. Acknowledgement of racial injustice…? Choosing a theme for my son's birthday party involved more than we had anticipated.
“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.
“The Worry Box”
When my daughter's anxieties took on a surprising intensity after big life changes, I taught her a special technique for managing worries.
“Getting to Meet Her Birth Mother”
A daughter — and her mother — look forward to a very special family reunion.
“The View from Here”
As I see it now, my golden years are likely to be filled with pet doggies and boxed mac and cheese. And I can’t imagine anything better.