Book review: Use Your W.I.T.S. written by Norgenta Lata
Research suggests that as many as 1 in 20 children in the UK have been sexually abused. Sexual abuse is one of the reasons why children are sometimes unable to live with their birth family and require adoption. That may be because they’ve been exposed to abuse themselves, or because there is a risk of […]
Book review: How Muzn Found Her Voice
Books are a great way to help young children understand life and some of the challenges they may face as they grow up. One book I think is really good at this is “How Muzn Found Her Voice” written by Fatma Al Manji and Rumaitha Al-Busaidi. I was kindly gifted an electronic copy of the […]
Mindfulness for parents
Taking time to catch our breath and notice how we’re feeling is such a powerful tool to use when you’re feeling overwhelmed and anxious. This mindfulness article was first shared in October 2020 when we were very much in the thick of Covid. In it, mindful teacher Amy Polly shares some pearls of wisdom about […]
Going back to work after parental leave
When you’ve been away from work for any period of time, going back can feel hard. When you’re going back after being on adoption or maternity/paternity leave, it can sometimes feel like going back to work is an impossible task. I can remember getting ready to go back to work after my first adoption leave. […]
Adoption stories: From adoptee to adoptive parent
Adoption is complicated and every story is unique which is one of the reasons why I started the magazine so that those thinking about it could get a realistic picture of some of the issues. This article is written by Jane Foers who shares her journey from adoptee, to adopter and therapist. She’s a therapeutic […]
Managing sports day overwhelm for adopted children
As we move towards summer (hopefully at some point soon the weather will catch up!), it can be a stressful time for our children as sports day looms. Traditionally, this is an opportunity to have fun and show our parents how skilled we are at balancing an egg on a spoon whilst running. Or get […]
Adopting a child with additional needs
The most recent statistics show that there were over 2000 children waiting to be adopted in 2022/23. Of those, many have additional needs. The sad truth is that having additional needs often means they wait, on average, 11 months longer in care than their peers. To address this concerning statistic, voluntary adoption agencies VAAs) across […]
5 Thoughtful Gift Ideas For New Parents
This is a collaborative post. When friends or family members welcome a new baby into their lives, it’s a time of immense joy and, inevitably, significant change. Celebrating this momentous occasion with a thoughtful gift can show the new parents how much you care and support them during this special, albeit busy, time in their […]
No Makeup Makeup Look: How to Embrace the ‘Less is More’ Trend
This is a collaborative post. Have you noticed that more and more people, including celebrities, have adopted a no-makeup look? The trend involves a more natural look that enhances your features, revealing your natural beauty. However, this look isn’t just about not wearing makeup at all, but about choosing the right makeup products and applying […]
Parenting children with attachment difficulties: Interview with Melissa
This interview with Melissa was first published in November 2019. She is a mum of two children affected by attachment disorder. In the interview, she shares what that means for her and her family, and how she uses some of the techniques detailed here by Dr Mason, on a daily basis. You can follow Melissa’s […]