Lifetime Christian Blog
The Effects of Adoption on a Child
Adoption gives a child many opportunities that they might not have had with their birth family. Even if they feel loved and cared for, an adopted child may experience some effects of their adoption. As their adoptive parent, you have the opportunity to walk through...
How and When to Discuss Adoption With Your Child
As hopeful adoptive parents, you may wonder how to tell your child they were adopted. And you want to do everything you can to help them adjust. As they get older, they will become more curious and probably ask you many questions about their adoption. This is very...
Questions to Ask When You’re Thinking About Adoption
We understand that choosing adoption is a huge decision. That's why it's so important for you to consider all the different questions you may want to ask. No question is insignificant when you're thinking about adoption. As you pray about each of your...
Why Some Adopted Children Hoard Food, and How to Help
Adoptive parenting is a wonderful journey of learning to love and care for a child. But sometimes adopted children experience difficult situations prior to their adoption. If your child had a history of food deprivation, they might hoard food out of fear they may not...
How to Handle Jealousy When You See Other Adoptive Couples Being Picked
Waiting is tough. It's especially hard when you're ready to adopt and waiting for a birth mother to choose you, only to find out that other adoptive couples who started the process after you are being matched and adopting. It can feel unfair. You may wonder how they...
You’ll Love How These Hopeful Adoptive Parents Celebrate Adoption Month
In recognition of National Adoption Awareness Month being in November, hopeful adoptive parents Craig and Courtney wanted to do something special. This month, they’re holding a fundraiser to bless birth mothers and plan to share general adoption information to spread...