Post-Permanency Newsletter

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

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.

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!

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.

Disorder or RAD is one end of the spectrum. Try not to get bogged down with hopelessness by this frightening diagnosis. Put your compassion hat on and learn more about how to live with and help your child to heal with RAD.