Nefertiti Austin
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Celebrating Mother’s Day as an Adoptive Mom
Just as there is not one “right way” to be a mother, there’s no right way to do Mother’s Day, either.
Navigating Family Heritage Assignments with Adopted Children
Though meant to build community, family tree projects are complicated for adoptive families. Here are a few options to help your child feel proud and connected to their families.
Teaching Your Child About Black History
Introduce children to books and stories that reflect cultures and ethnicities and celebrate Black history and cultural diversity all year long.
Adoptive Moms Are Real Moms
The creation of our family unit through adoption is irrelevant. I want people to know that being referred to as an “adoptive” mom pulls me up short.
How to Tell Your Child She is Adopted
Telling your child that they are adopted can be scary. Our instinct is to protect. We never want our children to feel separate from us, and this is especially true for adoptive parents.
“My Friend is Adopted”: How to Talk About Adoption with Your Child
Here are a few suggestions to help when your child announces that his friend is adopted and wants to know what that means.
