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Guilt and shame – I must have been a bad child.
Guilt and shame often drive our child’s internal dialogue. They internalize those feelings by assuming their actions caused their adoption.
Guatemala! Top Ten Things to See and Do In Country
Guatemala has stolen my heart! My son hails from there and it’s simply a magical place to visit. Come join me with my list of favorite things to see and do!
Identity Development – Why do I have to be different?
Developing a positive identity is one of the most important elements for your adopted child to become a healthy, happy human being.
Self-Esteem, Am I Good Enough?
Adopted children are susceptible to low self-esteem because of early childhood experiences which leads to consistent low measures of self-esteem.
Loss – Why was I given away?
Loss and grief can be difficult even as a parent. How do we help our adopted child deal with the intense emotions that often stem from loss and grief?
Using Birth Country Travel to Help Families Connect!
One of the best things about my job is helping families like mine discover how to connect more deeply while exploring their child’s birth country.
How Does Being Adopted Impact Our Children?
Once I began researching the issues related to being adopted I found striking similarities amongst the impacts adoption has on our children.
Group Trip or a Customized Heritage Journey?
Keeping in mind the needs of every family member traveling on your child’s Heritage Journey will help you determine the type of trip that suits your family.
Celebrate Women – It is International Women’s Day!
Celebrate Women! Today is International Women’s Day, so we are recognizing an amazing organization that we work closely with in Guatemala, Starfish!
Jump Off a Cliff – It’s Fun and You Build Connections!
If you want to build connections with your child, step outside your comfort zone and try something new! Adventure is the key!