Tag: Child Welfare
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Perception vs. Reality: You’re Doing Better Than You Think
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself being my own worst critic. It’s easy to feel like I’m failing when I lose my cool, whip up a less-than-stellar dinner, or just can’t muster the energy to play yet another round of Candy Land. However, when I take a step back, I realize…
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Understanding the Language of Adoption: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast Whenever I encounter the phrase “given up” in relation to adoption, it strikes a chord within me, and I can’t help but cringe. My son, Leo, was not “given up.” In fact, I really dislike the term “given up” when discussing adoption and children. You might give up coffee. You could decide…
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The Day I’ll Have to Explain to My Daughter That She Isn’t Truly Mine
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself caught in a web of little white lies, creating a narrative that feels comfortable for my child. Like many single parents, I weave stories to navigate the challenges of raising a young child. We can’t go to the park because it’s closed for maintenance, or…
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The Key to Fostering a Positive Stepparenting Dynamic
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to building a healthy relationship with a stepchild’s other parent, the secret lies in mutual respect and understanding—qualities that I’ve been fortunate to experience with Jamie, my stepson’s mom. The foundation of our relationship is her confidence in her role as his mother. She embraces the idea that while…