Category: Parenting
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...
Kids and Technology: How To Set Boundaries
Technology changes so quickly today; it can be hard to know when enough is enough. A half hour of TV was a common rule when 30-something parents were kids. What happens now when kids can leave the TV and go directly to a laptop, tablet or smartphone? Let’s look at...
Must-Read Blogs by Adoptive Parents
The internet is full of bloggers covering niche topics, and adoption is no exception. We scoured the internet to find some of the best blogs by and for adoptive parents, and these four stood out from the rest regarding content, varied viewpoints, and recent activity....
Online Resources for Adoptive Dads
Adoptive dads, you’re an important piece in the knitting and keeping together of a family. Children see you as the protector, authority figure, and c safe harbor in which to find peace during chaotic times. Sometimes adoption can make fathers feel like...Five Tips for Making Adopted Children in Your Extended Family Feel Welcome at the Holidays
The holiday season is a wonderful time for family to gather together and make lasting memories. The last thing anyone wants is for any member of the family to feel left out. Here are five tips for making your new extended family member feel welcome during the...
5 Family Bonding Activities Cleverly Disguised As Awesome Holiday Gifts
The holidays are back! If you are looking for gifts that will get your kiddos away from their game consoles, phones or TVs, we’ve got you covered! These gifts are not only fun, they are excellent ways to bond. These gifts can be to or from any member of the...Fun (Non-Scary) Autumn Activities for Little Kids
The autumn season is full of ways to celebrate. Decorating pumpkins, attending corn mazes, festivals, and Halloween movies galore! Parents of the littlest autumn lovers know that picking an activity that is fun, but not scary, is key for allowing your family to enjoy...
Eight Bookstores in Kansas and Missouri Your Kiddo Will Love
Browsing the shelves of a bookstore is the perfect way to spend an afternoon, don’t you think? Whether your kids are avid readers, new readers, or reluctant readers, this list of eight bookstores in Kansas and Missouri will help them find something they’ll...