June 11, 2013
by Maralee
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Before Mother’s Day I wrote about how it can be difficult to not fit the typical idea of what “family” looks like. My kids who look like me enjoy certain privileges. They don’t have to explain their adoptions at every … Continue reading
May 17, 2013
by Maralee
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You can listen to my thoughts on parenting and forgiveness here. Here’s a summary of the topics we covered: -Don’t push your kids to offer forgiveness before they’re ready. -You may have to forgive your kids for intentional or unintentional … Continue reading
May 10, 2013
by Maralee
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I’m not sure if there is a single issue in adoption that every member of the adoption triad (adoptee, adoptive parents, birthparents) agree on. Just about everything has some level of controversy. Some people love celebrating “Gotcha Day” (the day … Continue reading
May 6, 2013
by Maralee
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A friend of mine recently let me know about a contest a local newspaper was having just in time for Mother’s Day. The contest rules said, “We need your photos that show you look like your mom. Our website audience will … Continue reading
April 29, 2013
by Maralee
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As a very vocal advocate for adoption, I often get asked adoption-related questions. I frequently get asked about good ways to help celebrate an adoption in your family/community. I LOVE this question and I’m happy to give you some ideas … Continue reading
April 27, 2013
by Maralee
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I was honored to have some writing of mine (about Kathryn Joyce’s new book “Child Catchers” and our Liberian adoption) posted over at Mere Orthodoxy. Here’s a portion of it: “. . . So I was floored by the expectations … Continue reading
April 25, 2013
by Maralee
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(This is part of a series of guest posts by Dr. Mark McColl answering reader questions about vaccinations. It’s best to read my vaccine history and introduction of Dr. McColl first.) Is it true that doctors get compensated for vaccinating … Continue reading
April 12, 2013
by Maralee
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Vaccination is a hot topic these days. In Momland I feel like it’s one of those things-of-which-we-do-not-speak if we want to maintain relationships. People have strong opinions and everybody has the facts to back up their side. I want to … Continue reading
April 11, 2013
by Maralee
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More than one frustrated mom has looked at her grumpy baby and thought, “If only I knew what you were thinking!” This is the moment where Baby Sign seems like a good idea. I’ve done it with all four of … Continue reading
April 10, 2013
by Maralee
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A couple different times I have managed to run across this article that claims that “African babies don’t cry”. The author (an African doctor and mother) explains how whenever an African baby cries the mother puts it to the breast. … Continue reading