Without avoiding the grim statistics, this book reveals the real hope that hurting children can be healed through adoptive and foster parents, social workers, and others who care. Includes information on foreign adoptions.
In a world full of waiting, we could all use a little faith. This book speaks directly to the heart of waiting adoptive parents, but could also encourage anyone who finds themselves waiting for that next season of life. The text was originally written by the author as a journal while she and her husband struggled to start a family. This journal is now a book filled with Scripture and devotions of hope. Refuel Your Wait includes heartbreaking and joyful personal stories of infertility, the adoption process, relationships with birthparents, and a medical miracle. This book will encourage the reader to turn their wait from a passage of time into intentional time of prayer, relationship building, and unexpected joy.
All My Children actress Jill Larson moved mountains as a single mother to adopt her daughter from China. George Fadok, a former Navy commander, grappled with “changing the rules” eighteen years after placing his daughter in a closed adoption. Angela Paxton, Texas state senator and an adoptee, never thought she would ever meet her birthmom, but when she did, it changed her life. Embarking on an adoption journey can be daunting, but now you are not alone! This collection of true, beautiful accounts, including Larson’s, Fadok’s, and Paxton’s, takes an honest look at the process, the struggles, and the undeniable joy that comes with adoption. With insights from all three adoption triad viewpoints, Adopting Hope shares a wealth of lessons learned and tips for every person contemplating an adoption journey. How to have the courage to adopt How to decide on an open vs. a closed adoption How to handle a foreign adoption How to survive the agonizing wait to become parents How to tell your adopted child “the story” How to make your adopted child feel loved How to negotiate a relationship with your child’s birth parents How to help your child work through feelings of loneliness or rejection How to dispel negative attitudes you will encounter about adoption And so much more, including suggestions from birthparents and adoptees! From Lorri Antosz Benson, author of To Have and Not to Hold, this heartfelt compilation is ultimately a message of hope, love, and destiny as each family discovers the truth that a child doesn't need to be blood to be truly yours.
Hannah’s Hope is intended as a guide to assist you in making wise decisions as you struggle through your grief of not yet conceiving, losing a child, or struggling through the adoption process.
“You’re listening to Delilah.” Delilah, the most listened-to woman on American radio, has distinguished herself as the “Queen of Sappy Love Songs” and America’s ultimate romance guru. But Delilah’s life off-air is all the more extraordinary—a life full of trials, forgiveness, faith, and adventure. In One Heart at a Time, Delilah’s heartfelt account of her own story reveals what shaped the voice that 9 million listeners know and love. Today, Delilah is the founder of an NGO called Point Hope, the owner of a 55-acre working farm, and an inductee of the National Radio Hall of Fame. But to achieve this, she often had to pave her own way. Disowned by her father, divorced, and fired from a dozen jobs over the years, Delilah pushed forward through family addiction and devastating loss, through glass ceilings and red tape. Her consistent goal to help those in need took her everywhere from the streets of Philadelphia to refugee camps in Ghana. Along the way, Delilah was blessed by thirteen children—ten of them adopted. Though many of them contend with special needs and the forever effects of a broken foster care system, her children have been able to transform their own remarkable lessons into guiding lights for other kids in need. Just as Delilah has done. One Heart at a Time exposes the real woman behind the microphone. In her easy-going style and characteristic, beloved voice, Delilah tells her deeply moving life story as the series of miracles it is.
Learn to overcome trauma, adversity, and struggle by unleashing the science of hope in your daily life with this inspiring and informative guide. Hope is much more than wishful thinking. Science tells us that it is the most predictive indicator of well-being in a person’s life. Hope is measurable. It is malleable. And it changes lives. In Hope Rising, Casey Gwinn and Chan Hellman reveal the latest science of hope using nearly 2,000 published studies, including their own research. Based on their findings, they make an impassioned call for hope to be the focus not only of our personal lives, but of public policy for education, business, social services, and every part of society. Hope Rising provides a roadmap to measure hope in your life. It teaches you to assess what may have robbed you of hope, and then provides strategies to let your hope flourish once again. The authors challenge every reader to be honest about their own struggles and end the cycle of shame and blame related to trauma, illness, and abuse. These are important first steps toward increasing your Hope score—and thriving because of it.
The Adoption Dream: Turning Hope into Reality is a comprehensive guide that will help you navigate the complex world of adoption and turn your dream of becoming a parent into a reality. Whether you are considering domestic adoption, international adoption, or foster care adoption, this book provides valuable insights and practical advice to help you make informed decisions throughout the adoption process. In the first section, The Benefits of Adoption, you will discover the many advantages of adoption, including the opportunity to provide a loving home to a child in need and the joy of building a family through adoption. You will also learn about the different types of adoption, such as domestic adoption, international adoption, and foster care adoption, and gain a deeper understanding of each option. The Adoption Process section takes you through the step-by-step journey of adoption, from choosing an adoption agency to completing a home study and matching with a child. You will also learn about the legal procedures involved in adoption and how to prepare yourself emotionally and practically for the arrival of your adopted child. Life After Adoption explores the challenges and joys of parenting an adopted child. Topics covered include bonding and attachment, dealing with adoption trauma, supporting identity development, and accessing post-adoption services. This section also addresses common myths and misconceptions about adoption and provides valuable information on adoption costs and financial assistance. The book also delves into the impact of adoption on birth parents, the extended family, and society as a whole. It addresses frequently asked questions and provides a platform for readers to ask their own questions and share their comments. The Adoption Dream: Turning Hope into Reality is a must-read for anyone considering adoption or already on their adoption journey. It offers practical guidance, emotional support, and valuable resources to help you navigate the complexities of adoption and create a loving and nurturing environment for your adopted child. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how to be a super mom! As a bonus, when you purchase The Adoption Dream: Turning Hope into Reality, you will receive a free copy of How To Be A Super Mom, a guide filled with tips and strategies to help you excel in your role as a mother. Get your copy today and start turning your adoption dream into a beautiful reality. This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents The Adoption Dream: Turning Hope into Reality The Benefits of Adoption Types of Adoption Domestic Adoption International Adoption Foster Care Adoption The Adoption Process Choosing an Adoption Agency Home Study Matching with a Child Legal Procedures Preparing for Adoption Creating a Supportive Environment Addressing Emotional Challenges Preparing Siblings for Adoption Life After Adoption Bonding and Attachment Dealing with Adoption Trauma Supporting Identity Development Accessing Post-Adoption Services Adoption Myths and Misconceptions Adoption Costs and Financial Assistance Adoption and Birth Parents Adoption and the Extended Family Adoption and Society Frequently Asked Questions Have Questions / Comments?
This classic text is a comprehensive guide for prospective and actual adoptive parents on how to understand and care for their adopted child and promote healthy attachment. It explains what attachment is and provides parenting techniques matched to children's emotional needs and stages to enhance children's happiness and emotional health.
Originally published in 1993, this classic piece of literature on adoption has revolutionised the way people think about adopted children. Nancy Verrier examines the life-long consequences of the 'primal wound' - the wound that is caused when a child is separated from its mother - for adopted people. Her argument is supported by thorough research in pre- and perinatal psychology, attachment, bonding and the effects of loss.
You've said"Someday I want to adopt"but you wonder:Am I qualified to be an adoptive parent?How do I adopt?How do I choose an agency?Where do adoptable kids come from?How much does adoption cost?How can I afford to adopt?How long will the adoption process take?How does open adoption work?What is it like to be an adoptive family?Written by an adoptive mom with lots of experience in multiple types of adoption, this book answers the above questions and more. Adoption is a unique blend of memoir and facts about the adoption process and adoptive parenting.