When your child suddenly develops fears she didn't have before, you may wonder if it's an adoption adjustment problem. Diana Schwab, M.Ed., LSW, answers.
Ask AF: When Preschoolers Ask About Race
Answers to your parenting questions.
Ask AF: Clearly Non-Identical Twins
Parents who adopted non-identical twins who have different skin tones wonder how to hand comments about adoption and race. Deborah Johnson offers advice on responding.
Coping with a Failed Match with an Expectant Mother
A father-to-be offers tips for keeping the dream of a child alive after the crushing disappointment of a failed match with an expectant mother.
Ask AF: When Is Cuddling Appropriate?
Your child might love hugs and cuddles to reinforce attachment. Diana Schwab, M.Ed., LSW, suggests other ways you can affirm your bond at those times when cuddling's not appropriate.
Finding Strength in Your Family’s Faith
If you identify with a religion, it can be another source of support and belonging for your child.
Mommy, What’s Donor Insemination?
How to answer this and other questions about how families are formed.
“Guarding Tess” — A Father’s Story
I learned that the ultimate gift of love comes not from the receiver, but from the giver.
Bipolar Disorder in Children
What could be causing chronic difficult behavior? Early diagnosis is the best way to put your child on the path to wellness.
Peers, Pressure, and Popularity
"Come on, everyone else is doing it."
Staying Close While Giving Your Teen Space
Adolescence only lasts a short time — help your child through the rough patches and enjoy watching her grow into an individual.
“Am I Really Pretty?”
In asking that question, was our teenage daughter really asking, Who am I? What am I becoming? How am I different from others?
Befriending Other Adoptees
Adopted children fare better if they know other kids who were adopted.
When Your Child Stops Talking About Adoption
Has your grade-schooler suddenly gone silent on adoption? Here's how to keep the conversation going.
The Adoption Expert? Your Child
Be alert for clues about how much information your preschooler can absorb.
When You and Your Baby Don’t Speak the Same Language
Have you been hit by the terrible twos? Sign language can be a great way to help your child communicate their needs before they can speak.
The Good and Bad of Being “Chosen”
How to make sure your child feels good about being adopted.
“Is That Your REAL Brother?”
A Korean adoptee shares her experience growing up in a conspicuous family.
[Book Review] Adopting on Your Own: The Complete Guide to Adopting as a Single Parent
An adoptive mom reviews Adopting on Your Own, Lee Varon's guide to the wide variety of issues unmarried men and women face when building a family.
“I Adopted My Parents!” An Adoptee’s Story
A child adopted from Guatemala shares her thoughts on adoption and family.