It never fails that a well-meaning family member, friend or passerby will ask a seemingly harmless question that has the power to boil an adoptive parent’s blood. Which of these are you most tired of hearing?
6
Jul
2016
Inexpensive Family Vacation Ideas for Summer
I love summertime in Kansas City! As a teacher, it’s my chance to get out with my family and explore all this city (and the surrounding suburbs) have to offer. What’s not to love about Kaleidoscope, the trains at Union Station, Worlds of Fun, Oceans of Fun, Deanna Rose…I could go on and on. Oh! I forgot about Shatto Dairy, the Museum at Prairie Fire…we live in a fantastic city!
But every once in awhile, we get the urge to hit the road and see what our neighboring states have to offer. Now, this isn’t as spontaneous as it sounds. This takes research and planning, because we like to do things on the cheap (hence no mention of places like Hawaii). My hope is that these suggestions will save you busy families time and money, when you’re looking for a chance to get out of town for a bit.
30
Jun
2016
Hot and Hungry? Try These Healthy Summer Snacks
Whether you’re having an outdoor picnic, a day at the amusement park, or a road trip, chances are you will need some snacks on hand for the kids. Gummy worms and soda are certainly an appealing option from time to time, but on other occasions, you might be looking for something a little more nutritious.
In order for kids to grow up healthy and strong, they need a variety of nutrients, including protein, fiber, and all kinds of vitamins and minerals. Fortunately, there are many ways to incorporate healthy foods into your kids’ snacks in a way they will love.
29
Jun
2016
Tips for a Safe Fourth of July Celebration
July is just around the corner, as is the Fourth of July holiday…which signals the beginning of the end of summer in my house (we are teachers, reporting to work at the beginning of August). But when we aren’t lamenting the fact that school starts in a month, we like to celebrate the holiday like other Americans with a cookout, dip in the pool, and some fireworks.
27
Jun
2016
Activities to Do with Your Child’s Birth Parents
Summer vacation is a great time to get in touch with your child’s birth parents – or even get together. If you and your child’s birth parents are meeting up over the summer, here are just a few fun things you can do:
23
Jun
2016
Cut Down on Screen Time – Why, How and What to Do Instead
School is finally out for the summer – and for a lot of kids, all that extra time is going towards phones, computers, and video games. While your kids should embrace the activities they enjoy, there are also known benefits to reducing your time with your electronics.
21
Jun
2016
Namaste. It’s International Yoga Day
Ommmmm. Today is International Yoga Day so take a break from your hectic day to stretch it out in a downward dog pose. Oh and be sure to include the little ones!
20
Jun
2016
All About Summer Safety
Today marks the official beginning of summer, and it is bound to be filled with games, activities, and outdoor fun. Before you head out, though, you can take some measures to keep all your summer days safe and enjoyable. This season, make sure you and your little ones follow these core summer safety rules.
19
Jun
2016
Thank You, Dads
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there! Whether you’re an adoptive father, a waiting father, a birth father, a grandfather or any other father figure, we hope you’re feeling the love today! Thank you for all that you do.
15
Jun
2016
Show Dad You Care
Father’s Day is this weekend, (Is it really that time of year already?) and we want to make sure all of our adoptive fathers and birth fathers know that they are appreciated. To help you celebrate the fathers, birth fathers, grandfathers and any other father figure in your life we’ve compiled a list of ways to show him how much you care.