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NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Creating forever families for foster youth and LGBTQ+ families

The shortage of adoptive parents in the U.S. impacts foster children, especially when LGBTQ and single individuals are often excluded from adoption.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Mom, am I the missing twin?': the story of two babies separated by the Chinese state and their emotional reunion

A mother's discovery about the origins of her adopted daughter prompts a profound emotional journey and raises questions about family, identity, and loss.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

'The Curious Case of Natalia Grace' Shows Family Court Flaws

Natalia Grace's case highlights significant flaws in the judicial system regarding the protection of abuse victims.
NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Creating forever families for foster youth and LGBTQ+ families

The shortage of adoptive parents in the U.S. impacts foster children, especially when LGBTQ and single individuals are often excluded from adoption.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Mom, am I the missing twin?': the story of two babies separated by the Chinese state and their emotional reunion

A mother's discovery about the origins of her adopted daughter prompts a profound emotional journey and raises questions about family, identity, and loss.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

'The Curious Case of Natalia Grace' Shows Family Court Flaws

Natalia Grace's case highlights significant flaws in the judicial system regarding the protection of abuse victims.
more#child-welfare
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

Vibrant new artwork at animal shelter reminds us that retired guide dogs can be adopted

SUPER EVA was made by program participants in our Senior Group Activities Program honoring the impact that guide dogs have in the lives of people with visual impairments.
Miami food
#ethics
Parenting
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

My Adopted Cousin's Biological Parents Were Siblings. Do I Tell Her?

The narrator grapples with whether to reveal a family secret about their cousin's adoption and biological parentage, fearing the emotional impact on her.
Parenting
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

My Adopted Cousin's Biological Parents Were Siblings. Do I Tell Her?

The narrator grapples with whether to reveal a family secret about their cousin's adoption and biological parentage, fearing the emotional impact on her.
more#ethics
#documentary
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Where is Natalia Grace now? All about the adopted girl accused of being an adult in disguise

The complex story of Natalia Grace involves claims of being an adult masquerading as a child, sparking media interest and legal scrutiny.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Where is Natalia Grace now? All about the adopted girl accused of being an adult in disguise

The complex story of Natalia Grace involves claims of being an adult masquerading as a child, sparking media interest and legal scrutiny.
more#documentary
#bitcoin
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Parenting
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Exclusive | 'Jersey Shore' star Snooki opens up about connecting with her birth mom for the first time

Snooki experienced an emotional reunion with her birth mother for the first time, capturing profound feelings previously unexplored in her journey as an adopted child.
#animal-rescue
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

NYPD cop who saved dog from cold waters of East River adopts pup to bring my baby home' | amNewYork

Officer Jared Desalvo adopted the dog he rescued from the East River, demonstrating deep compassion beyond the initial rescue.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

NYPD cop who saved dog from cold waters of East River adopts pup to bring my baby home' | amNewYork

Officer Jared Desalvo adopted the dog he rescued from the East River, demonstrating deep compassion beyond the initial rescue.
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#family-history
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Woman abandoned on a hillside meets birth parents 60 years later

Rachel Rollinson reunited with her birth family after 60 years, revealing complex social and cultural dynamics surrounding her adoption.
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Woman abandoned on a hillside meets birth parents 60 years later

Rachel Rollinson reunited with her birth family after 60 years, revealing complex social and cultural dynamics surrounding her adoption.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Deeply traumatic': the families failed by a broken post-adoption system in England

I can hate some of the things my son has done but I love him. I want him to be a happy adult with a fulfilled existence, surrounded by family and friends that love him.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Adoption charity says cuts mean more children at risk of returning to care in England

Adoption UK reported alarming increases in families concerned about their adopted children's well-being, driven by cuts to funding that threaten family stability and support.
Parenting
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Benevolent Orca Pods Are Adopting Baby Pilot Whales in an Apparent Effort to Clean Up the Species' Image

At first, we were like, 'Oh my god, this killer whale calf has a problem,' the researcher said of the bulbous-headed baby she and her team first spotted back in 2022.
Parenting
#human-rights
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#nypd
fromPeople.com
2 weeks ago
NYC startup

Police Officer Adopts Dog He Rescued from N.Y.C.'s East River 6 Weeks Ago: 'Great Opportunity to Give Her a Second Chance'

fromPeople.com
2 weeks ago
NYC startup

Police Officer Adopts Dog He Rescued from N.Y.C.'s East River 6 Weeks Ago: 'Great Opportunity to Give Her a Second Chance'

more#nypd
#pets
more#pets
#communication
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

My In-Laws Are Keeping a Life-Altering Secret From My Niece. She's Catching On to the Truth.

Open communication about adoption is essential for a child's emotional well-being.
Hiding adoption details can lead to confusion and distrust in children.
Family members should encourage honest conversations regarding adoption.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

My Daughter Has Tracked Me Down. But I Can't Give Her What She Wants From Me.

Clarifying personal boundaries in relationships with adopted children is vital.
It's important to communicate openly about one's feelings regarding reconnecting with an adopted child.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

My In-Laws Are Keeping a Life-Altering Secret From My Niece. She's Catching On to the Truth.

Open communication about adoption is essential for a child's emotional well-being.
Hiding adoption details can lead to confusion and distrust in children.
Family members should encourage honest conversations regarding adoption.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

My Daughter Has Tracked Me Down. But I Can't Give Her What She Wants From Me.

Clarifying personal boundaries in relationships with adopted children is vital.
It's important to communicate openly about one's feelings regarding reconnecting with an adopted child.
more#communication
#cats
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#family-dynamics
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I was adopted as a child by an American family. They still can't pronounce my name correctly.

The author emphasizes the significance of a name and the struggle for correct pronunciation as a part of identity.
Family pronunciation often conflicts with a person's origins, leading to identity challenges.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

An Uncle Wonders If His Brother's Adopted Child Is More Than They'd Bargained For

Adoption often presents unexpected challenges that parents aren't fully prepared for, involving emotional and practical considerations.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Catelynn & Tyler's Closed Adoption Storyline On 'Teen Mom' Is Giving Me Anxiety

Catelynn and Tyler's adoption story highlights the complexities and emotional challenges of open adoption.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

My 3 adopted daughters' dad is in prison. I take them to visit him and am surprised by how much we've all connected.

The biological father maintains a supportive relationship with his daughters despite incarceration.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I was adopted as a child by an American family. They still can't pronounce my name correctly.

The author emphasizes the significance of a name and the struggle for correct pronunciation as a part of identity.
Family pronunciation often conflicts with a person's origins, leading to identity challenges.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

An Uncle Wonders If His Brother's Adopted Child Is More Than They'd Bargained For

Adoption often presents unexpected challenges that parents aren't fully prepared for, involving emotional and practical considerations.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Catelynn & Tyler's Closed Adoption Storyline On 'Teen Mom' Is Giving Me Anxiety

Catelynn and Tyler's adoption story highlights the complexities and emotional challenges of open adoption.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

My 3 adopted daughters' dad is in prison. I take them to visit him and am surprised by how much we've all connected.

The biological father maintains a supportive relationship with his daughters despite incarceration.
more#family-dynamics
#parenthood
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

My partner and I were juniors in college when we adopted our first child. We weren't ready to parent, but we had to adjust quickly.

Young marriage and unexpected parenthood profoundly altered social dynamics and personal growth.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Parenting

I decided to adopt a baby at 47 when my first 2 kids were headed to college. I was surprised by the way people reacted.

Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

My partner and I were juniors in college when we adopted our first child. We weren't ready to parent, but we had to adjust quickly.

Young marriage and unexpected parenthood profoundly altered social dynamics and personal growth.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Parenting

I decided to adopt a baby at 47 when my first 2 kids were headed to college. I was surprised by the way people reacted.

more#parenthood
#family
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

A firefighter longed to be a dad. Then a baby was abandoned at his firehouse

A couple's struggle with infertility leads them to adopt a newborn dropped off at a Safe Haven Baby Box, marking a new beginning for their family.
fromSportskeeda
4 weeks ago
Parenting

Days of Our Lives weekly update (April 28 to May 2, 2025): Johnny decides to end the adoption while EJ recalls a memory of the shooting

Parenting
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

A firefighter longed to be a dad. Then a baby was abandoned at his firehouse

A couple's struggle with infertility leads them to adopt a newborn dropped off at a Safe Haven Baby Box, marking a new beginning for their family.
fromSportskeeda
4 weeks ago
Parenting

Days of Our Lives weekly update (April 28 to May 2, 2025): Johnny decides to end the adoption while EJ recalls a memory of the shooting

more#family
#hulu
Television
fromVulture
3 months ago

Good American Family Dramatizes the 'Real-Life Orphan' Case

Hulu's 'Good American Family' dramatizes the controversial true story behind the Barnetts and Natalia Grace, set to premiere on March 19.
Television
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

'Good American Family,' starring Ellen Pompeo, is based on the true story of Natalia Grace Barnett

'Good American Family' dramatizes the bizarre true story of Natalia Grace, raising questions about identity and mental health in adoption.
Television
fromVulture
3 months ago

Good American Family Dramatizes the 'Real-Life Orphan' Case

Hulu's 'Good American Family' dramatizes the controversial true story behind the Barnetts and Natalia Grace, set to premiere on March 19.
Television
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

'Good American Family,' starring Ellen Pompeo, is based on the true story of Natalia Grace Barnett

'Good American Family' dramatizes the bizarre true story of Natalia Grace, raising questions about identity and mental health in adoption.
more#hulu
#child-abuse
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Grand jury indicts adoptive mother, grandparents in death of 11-year-old California girl

Aarabella McCormack sought help due to severe neglect, leading to murder charges against her adoptive family.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Grand jury indicts adoptive mother, grandparents in death of 11-year-old California girl

Aarabella McCormack sought help due to severe neglect, leading to murder charges against her adoptive family.
more#child-abuse
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Finding connections, 50 years after the fall of Saigon

Fifty years ago, Phan Kim Phuong's life changed irrevocably as she was evacuated from Vietnam, starting a new journey as a refugee in the U.S.
Relationships
Everyday cooking
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

When Kristen Kish, Top Chef' Host, Hits the Mute Button

Kristen Kish's memoir explores her journey as a Korean adoptee, her coming out, and her experience with anxiety in a culinary context.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

She grew up believing she was a U.S. citizen. Then she applied for a passport

Many adoptees, like A, face citizenship challenges despite living in the U.S. for decades, resulting in vulnerabilities including potential deportation.
World news
Myanmar's earthquake response is hindered by military blockades affecting aid delivery.
South Korea reflects on the implications of its international adoption system.
Africa’s unique Bahai temple highlights spiritual and architectural significance.
#mental-health
Social media marketing
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I've tried to quit Facebook but can't. I can't find a real-life replacement for the niche mom groups that get me through hard times.

Facebook remains a vital tool for community support despite privacy concerns and social media alternatives.
Social media marketing
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I've tried to quit Facebook but can't. I can't find a real-life replacement for the niche mom groups that get me through hard times.

Facebook remains a vital tool for community support despite privacy concerns and social media alternatives.
more#mental-health
#true-crime
Parenting
fromVulture
2 months ago

The Ugly Truth(s) Behind Good American Family

Ellen Pompeo's new show, Good American Family, invites viewers to question their biases through a dramatization of a controversial true-crime adoption story.
Parenting
fromVulture
2 months ago

The Ugly Truth(s) Behind Good American Family

Ellen Pompeo's new show, Good American Family, invites viewers to question their biases through a dramatization of a controversial true-crime adoption story.
more#true-crime
#animal-welfare
more#animal-welfare
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

15 People Who Kept Secrets Under Wraps Their Whole Life...Only For The Beans To Spill After Their Death

Some ancestors' secrets are uncovered through ancestry sites, revealing hidden families and past relationships.
#abortion
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Missouri lawmaker proposes registry of pregnant women at risk' for abortions

Missouri lawmaker proposes registry for pregnant women at risk of abortion, aiming to connect them with adoptive parents.
Healthcare
fromScary Mommy
3 months ago

Missouri Bill Wants To Track Pregnant Women "At Risk Of Abortion"

States are redefining abortion access post-Roe v Wade, with some seeking to expand and others to limit it, exemplified by Missouri's new bill.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Missouri lawmaker proposes registry of pregnant women at risk' for abortions

Missouri lawmaker proposes registry for pregnant women at risk of abortion, aiming to connect them with adoptive parents.
Healthcare
fromScary Mommy
3 months ago

Missouri Bill Wants To Track Pregnant Women "At Risk Of Abortion"

States are redefining abortion access post-Roe v Wade, with some seeking to expand and others to limit it, exemplified by Missouri's new bill.
more#abortion
Mental health
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Man deformed by nuclear radiation reveals how it changed his life

Tim Mason was born with a limb deficiency due to his mother's radiation exposure during pregnancy but now leads a fulfilling life.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Self-centred' couple criticised over foreign surrogacy that left siblings stateless

The Independent highlights a troubling case of international surrogacy leading to stateless and legally parentless children.
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