Overdue Update
It’s been awhile since we’ve posted an update so here is a bit of what we’ve been up to! Lots of Learning This summer was filled with learning: learning about ourselves, each other, and how to be nurturing and effective parents to a child following adoption. This learning has enabled us to feel more prepared to parent as well as foster a secure attachment with our child. One of the trainings that we attended equipped us to better handle questions and comments from others. A great video was shared to give us a light-hearted spin: “If you wouldn’t say it about a boob job…” If you’re ready for a chuckle, it’s a quick 2:38 video from adoptive parents. We also purchased a book called “In On It: What Adoptive Parents Would Like You To Know About Adoption. A Guide for Relatives and Friends” by Elisabeth O’Toole. We have shared our copy and hope that it continues to make the rounds through our family and friends! Attachment: Cocooning We plan to spend time after the arri