Parenting - Adoption | 3-18 yrs
Telling Your Child He's Adopted
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Parenting an adopted child can be a challenge. Letting them know that they are adopted is even more so, as it is a very sensitive issue for both the child and the parents. So, if you have an adopted child, what should you do to make them know the truth and yet not take away their sense of belongingness to you?
Adoption is an ancient practice. Although an adopted child immediately becomes a part of the family, accepting him as normally as your own biological offspring takes time. The best way to overcome the psychological barriers related to adoption is to make the concept of adoption feel normal, first to yourself and then to your child.
Each case of adoption may have a different story behind it, and in your case, you’ll know best how to deal with the facts. It could either be the death of biological parents, abandonment due to poverty or any other issue. It is important to know when to tell, how much to tell and in what manner. Make sure that your child is emotionally mature enough to be able to handle the feelings that come with the revelations.
Letting your child know that she was adopted should be done in steps rather than breaking the details point blank. There are several innovative ways of doing so. You can start by first making your adopted child understand what adoption is; let it be understood between you and her that the concepts of love, care, home and family are not defined by biological relation.
Our ClipBook, with its collection of insightful articles on adoption, will help you with some guidelines. From common questions that crop in the minds of adopted children to things you should refrain from saying to them, you’ll get to know all. Read on.
When To Tell Your Child About Adoption
For some parents, telling their child that he is adopted is a formidable, anxiety-provoking task, and thus they put it off or avoid it. However, at some point adopted youngsters need to be told about their origins, ideally even before middle child...
How To Tell Your Kids They’Re Adopted
Most kids don't start to grasp the concept until age 5 or 6, but if they've been prepared, they won't be shocked when the story does click. Here are five ways to keep the lines of communication open.
Be Honest, And Keep It Simple
We learned that keeping it simple was the key. Kids don’t need more information than they are ready for. Listen to them and listen to your heart, then you’ll know how much to tell and when.
10 Things Not To Say To Your Adopted Children
Here are some tips if you have adopted children of your own and ever wonder what kind of things you shouldn’t say to your adopted kids.
Talking To Your Kids About Adoption: Tips
Having an adopted child is a precious gift for parents. Although the adoption process requires a lot of patience and enthusiasm, the rewards that come along with a successful adoption are simply incomparable.
