Author: Aurora Brooks Publisher: BabyDreamers.net ISBN: 1776981758 Category : Health & Fitness Languages : en Pages : 35
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Adoption: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Love is a heartfelt and informative short read book that delves into the world of adoption. Whether you are considering adoption, in the process of adopting, or have already adopted, this book offers valuable insights and guidance to help you navigate the complexities of this beautiful journey. The Decision to Adopt: In this chapter, we explore the reasons why people choose to adopt and the emotions involved in making such a life-changing decision. We also discuss the importance of being fully prepared and committed to the adoption process. Types of Adoption: This chapter provides an overview of the different types of adoption, including domestic adoption, international adoption, and foster care adoption. Each type has its own unique challenges and rewards, and we delve into the intricacies of each option. The Adoption Process: Here, we guide you through the step-by-step process of adoption, from choosing an adoption agency to preparing for parenthood. We also discuss the importance of bonding and attachment, as well as overcoming any attachment issues that may arise. Navigating Identity and Self-Discovery: Adoption often raises questions of identity, and in this chapter, we explore the journey of self-discovery that adoptees may go through. We discuss the importance of exploring roots and heritage, as well as addressing any questions or concerns about identity. Challenges and Rewards of Adoption: Adoption is not without its challenges, and in this chapter, we delve into the emotional and psychological aspects of dealing with trauma and loss. We also provide guidance on how to support adoptive parents and help them navigate the ups and downs of the adoption journey. Life After Adoption: This chapter explores what life looks like after adoption, including open adoption relationships and the importance of continuing support and education. We also emphasize the incredible gift that adoption brings to both the child and the adoptive family. Frequently Asked Questions: In this section, we address common questions and concerns that individuals may have about adoption. From legal considerations to financial implications, we provide clear and concise answers to help alleviate any doubts or uncertainties. Whether you are just beginning your adoption journey or are already a proud adoptive parent, Adoption: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Love is a must-read. Gain valuable insights, find support, and discover the true gift of adoption. Have questions or comments? Reach out to us and get a free bonus book, How To Be A Super Mom, to help you navigate the joys and challenges of motherhood. This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents Adoption: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Love The Decision to Adopt Types of Adoption Domestic Adoption International Adoption Foster Care Adoption The Adoption Process Choosing an Adoption Agency Preparing for Parenthood Bonding and Attachment Building Trust and Security Overcoming Attachment Issues Navigating Identity and Self-Discovery Exploring Roots and Heritage Addressing Questions of Identity Challenges and Rewards of Adoption Dealing with Trauma and Loss Supporting Adoptive Parents Life After Adoption Open Adoption Relationships Continuing Support and Education Conclusion: The Gift of Adoption Frequently Asked Questions Have Questions / Comments?
Author: Nancy Newton Verrier Publisher: British Association for Adoption and Fostering (Ba ISBN: 9781905664764 Category : Adopted children Languages : en Pages : 0
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Originally published in 1993, this classic piece of literature on adoption has revolutionised the way people think about adopted children. Nancy Verrier examines the life-long consequences of the 'primal wound' - the wound that is caused when a child is separated from its mother - for adopted people. Her argument is supported by thorough research in pre- and perinatal psychology, attachment, bonding and the effects of loss.
Author: Nicole Chung Publisher: Catapult ISBN: 1936787989 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 253
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A NATIONAL BESTSELLER This beloved memoir "is an extraordinary, honest, nuanced and compassionate look at adoption, race in America and families in general" (Jasmine Guillory, Code Switch, NPR) What does it means to lose your roots—within your culture, within your family—and what happens when you find them? Nicole Chung was born severely premature, placed for adoption by her Korean parents, and raised by a white family in a sheltered Oregon town. From childhood, she heard the story of her adoption as a comforting, prepackaged myth. She believed that her biological parents had made the ultimate sacrifice in the hope of giving her a better life, that forever feeling slightly out of place was her fate as a transracial adoptee. But as Nicole grew up—facing prejudice her adoptive family couldn’t see, finding her identity as an Asian American and as a writer, becoming ever more curious about where she came from—she wondered if the story she’d been told was the whole truth. With warmth, candor, and startling insight, Nicole Chung tells of her search for the people who gave her up, which coincided with the birth of her own child. All You Can Ever Know is a profound, moving chronicle of surprising connections and the repercussions of unearthing painful family secrets—vital reading for anyone who has ever struggled to figure out where they belong.
Author: Judith Land Publisher: Wheatmark, Inc. ISBN: 1604945729 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 301
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A passionate love affair between high school sweethearts creates an accidental pregnancy during a sultry night on the shore of Lake Michigan. Rebecca's unforgiving parents banish her to an unwed mother's home where she secretly gives birth to a baby girl. Her daughter Judy is placed in the loving care of foster parents before being callously given to Mario and Rosella Romano for adoption on her first birthday. Reoccurring visions and fantasies of her birthmother plague Judy's consciousness for three decades until a life-changing passage into adulthood causes her to question why she was abandoned. What begins as a simple investigation into her medical and ancestral history slowly evolves into a passionate quest to discover her roots. Through good timing, perseverance, and a few small miracles, Judy eventually solves the mystery of her origins. But will the woman she has been seeking welcome Judy back into her life? About the Authors Judith and Martin Land live in Colorado and Arizona. They told the entire story of Judith Land's adoption, from her birth through adulthood, to provide the reader with unique insights into the mind of an adoptee at various stages of her life.
Author: Asha Miró Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 0743286723 Category : Adoptees Languages : en Pages : 290
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Adopted from India when she was six and raised in Spain, the author takes a heart-wrenching trip back to India as an adult to uncover her roots and discover a sister she never knew.
Author: Mike Doiron Publisher: iUniverse ISBN: 147598216X Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 232
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Thread of Life: An Adoption Story is the true story of an adopted childs journey to find his birth parents. The adoption process can often leave many unanswered questions for the adoptee, the adopted parents, and even the eventual offspring of an adopted child. It has been said that adoption is more like a marriage than a birth, with two or more individuals, each with their own unique mix of needs, patterns, and genetic history, coming together with love, hope, and commitment for a future together. You become a family not because you share the same genes but because you share love for each other. Mike Doirons original intent was to try to fill in some of the gapsgenealogically, medically, and perhaps even mentallyas he began his adult life following university. The endeavor took him down a path of self-discovery and adventure. When he began to chronicle what he had learned, he decided that he wanted to share his findings with others. For him, Thread of Life is not meant to be a guidebook for families of adoption, but rather a documented true story sharing personal insights from his own journey to answer the questions many adopted children ponder as they become adults.
Author: Denise L Defoe Publisher: Bowker Identifier Services ISBN: 9780578513362 Category : Languages : en Pages : 164
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Raw and informative, They Chose Me: An Adoption Story shares the gripping story of Denise Defoe who was relinquished for adoption at birth. Adopted at the age of 2 by a loving family, Denise still struggled intensely with feelings of grief, abandonment, lack of self identity, and resentment about being adopted. Join the author on her journey to healing, peace, contemplation of search and reunion, and exploration of tools to deal with the challenges of not knowing where she truly belonged. Whether you are an adoptee, adoptive parent, or birth parent this story has something for you.
Author: Jenny Rossiter Publisher: Blurb ISBN: 9781006363283 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 152
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This is the story of a brave little girl on a quest for adventure, love and belonging. Jenny Rossiter has spent decades encouraging others to improve their lives. In this book she peels back the layers of her own life in a bid to connect with herself. Her journey of self-discovery is often difficult and sometimes surprising. Will it be the key to unlocking the truth, and with it understanding? "This is my story, but it could have been yours. Our journeys might be different, but our humanity is universal-regardless of our experiences. When we find ourselves, we find each other." - Jenny Rossiter
Author: Zara H Phillips Publisher: Gemma ISBN: 1934848867 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 222
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The adopted daughter of loving parents, Zara Phillips felt out of place since childhood. Although cherished, she grew up deeply insecure and alone, consumed by a void she found impossible to fill. Isolation led to alienation, until her talent brought her to the center of the heady London rock ‘n’ roll scene of the 1980s. Zara became lost in a downward spiral of drugs, alcohol and destructive relationships. An intense search for the truth of her birth led to an awakening and then to recovery. Zara’s activism for adoptee rights springs from a very personal passion. In the end, it was Zara’s experience of becoming a mother that revealed what being adopted really meant. For the first time, she gained deep understanding and compassion for both her birth mother and her adoptive mother and was able to start the healing process. Mother Me bravely illuminates the lifelong impact of adoption on every member of the adoption triad—adoptee, birth mother and adoptive mother—as well as the families of each. The tale of Zara’s search for her birth mother and her path to recovery is riveting, as are the stories of many people sharing her past.
Author: Aurora Brooks
Author: Jennifer Rose Asher
Author: Nancy Newton Verrier
Author: Nicole Chung
Author: Judith Land
Author: Asha Miró
Author: Mike Doiron
Author: Denise L Defoe
Author: Jenny Rossiter
Author: Zara H Phillips