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“Mom, Why Don’t I Look Like You?”
In the past, through closed adoptions, these were probably dreaded words to hear. But now with open adoption, these words are easily explained and most likely already known from a very early age. By the time your child is asking these types of questions, they are noticing the differences around them and trying to figure [...]
Posted in Adopted Children, Adoptive Families
Also tagged adoptees, discussing adoption, open adoption
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Caring for African American Hair: Tips and Tricks
You adopted this beautiful little girl with hair so different from your own. You want to take good care of it and maintain it in a way that is respectful of the child and of her heritage, but you’re not quite sure where to start. Relax. You can do this. Here are a few tips [...]
Why parents choose open adoption
Having birthparents involved can seem like an unnecessary complication, especially after a long struggle with infertility. However, deciding which avenue of adoption to take is going to be your first actual parenting decision. Focusing on what is in the best interest of your future child, even if the answer stretches your comfort zone, should be [...]