Adopting is a big life decision that will affect all members of your family. It’s understandable that adoptive parents want to share their child’s story with the world, as it is a hugely important part of who they are. However, it’s always important to consider your child when sharing private details about their life with others, including curious friends and acquaintances who may ask about their adoption background. Your child’s story is theirs to share, and it’s best to be considerate of that before sharing information with anyone outside the adoption triad.
Often, it is difficult for adopted children to build a cohesive identity because they struggle with questions about their past that are unanswered. Creating a children’s book together that tells your child’s adoption story can help them feel more confident in who they are and build a connection with their family. Here are some great ideas to get you started.
The B family were doctors and lawyers who had worked hard to build their careers, but they didn’t think they would ever have the opportunity to be parents. But then they met a sibling group of four waiting to be adopted, and they knew that this was meant for them.
This beautifully illustrated book is based on the author’s own experiences of adopting her daughter from Russia, and features sensitive, honest and empowering language. The book starts with a description of the family and moves on to the adoption process, highlighting how it’s possible to create a new family through adoption.
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