Dear Director: The Oxygen Mask Edition
Dear Director,
What’s the big deal about self-care for adoptive parents. I cannot see the connection. Besides, I don’t have time or money! Please shed light oh wise director
Yours truly, tired and confused
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What Self-Care Looks Like
What does realistic and sustainable self-care really look like? Explore this idea with thought provoking and simple solutions to help you build a self-care regimen into your daily life.
Why Self-Care is MORE Necessary for Adoptive Parents
Parenting is hard. No matter what, who, where, or when; it is the toughest job you will ever have. All children demand everything from us: they need to be cared for on every single dimension. Being a parent is a huge undertaking!
Parenting adopted children can be even more challenging. Typically adopted children come from hard places and bring baggage along with them. Even more reason to ensure that you make time for self-care every day!
“I Gotchu Son”
JFS ‘Adoption and Foster Care Program is thriving. We work with foster families, pre-adoptive families, children in the child welfare system, and adoptive families. Below is an inspiring story about one success story.
Dear Director: The Attachment Edition
Parenting kids with trauma is tough. You took an oath when you adopted your child that you would parent him forever. Learn about options that can help when you are feeling defeated in your parenting journey.
