Part of becoming an adoptive parent is realizing that you will have to navigate certain situations differently than biological parents do. Filling out school forms, interacting with other parents, …
Adoption is a rewarding experience. Every child that is placed for adoption is not perfectly healthy. Many children come in a variety of health and medical needs due to …
FAS or fetal alcohol syndrome describes a list of various symptoms and diseases that arise when a baby was exposed to alcohol in utero. Some mothers can drink more alcohol …
Fake charm, inappropriate boundaries, manipulative affection, and misplaced loyalties are all but a few symptoms of Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). What is RAD? It is a diagnosis, similar to …
Adopted children are not unlike other children when it comes to growth and development; however, they often experience many challenges that biological children do not. These challenges can cause …
Adopting internationally brings with it a few special considerations when it comes time for the first doctor appointment. Here’s what you need to know about the doctor after international …
Going to the doctor can be a challenge when you are adopted. I still remember one doctor who spent most of the visit trying to grill me on what …
While there may not be an adoption doctor certification, you should look for a doctor that is familiar with adoption and the circumstances that come with being an adoptee. …
