Category: Parenting
Life After Adoption: The Kelly Family
We recently asked the Kelly Family “What has life been like as a family after completing adoption?” They responded with their story about how their son made them parents and taught them what it means to love unconditionally. Meeting Our Son We met our son...
Life After Adoption: One Family’s Story on Adopting Three Siblings
At Adoption & Beyond, it is important for us to take the time to talk personally with families when they call, and we remain available to answer questions throughout the adoption process and beyond. We love hearing from our families during life after adoption. We...
10 Tips for Bonding With Your Adopted Baby
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! The decision to adopt a baby is often a long and difficult one. It can be an overwhelming and joyous experience. Many adoptive parents become concerned about how they will be able to bond with their new baby once the...
Tips for Keeping Kids Engaged with Learning in the Summer
School is out so you know what that means – lots of excess energy! The kids are sleeping in and staying up later and it’s all about swimsuits and summer dresses. With summer in full swing and vacation planning starting for those who can, that doesn’t mean...
Celebrating Adoption and Independence on the Fourth of July
We’ve talked about the different countries that parents can adopt from before, such as Ethiopia and China, but what we can sometimes forget is that, no matter the birth country of your child, we all come together with different holiday histories. The Fourth of July...
FAQ on Adoption Series: Adoption Hospital Plans
FAQ on Adoption Series: Adoption Hospital Plans What is an Adoption Hospital Plan? The hospital plan is prepared by the prospective birth parent with a social worker or attorney. A hospital plan is a document that provides an outline of what to expect during the...
How Cooking Can Help Parents and Kids Bond
Usually cooking and kids don’t go hand in hand. There are sharp knives, hot pans, and sometimes small kitchens that make it hard to have a group going all at once. But with summer on the horizon and BBQs, picnics, and many more poolside activities coming up...
Online Resources for Adoptive and Foster Parents
At Adoption & Beyond, we are available to talk with you whenever you need us. We understand the immediate nature of adoption and that questions can arise all the time. Although we hope that you will come in and visit us (or call), we also know that making time for...