20 Things Adoptive Parents Need to Succeed |  | Author: Sherrie Eldridge
Publisher: Delta
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Media: Paperback
Edition: Original
Pages: 320
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Dimensions (in): 8 x 5.2 x 0.8
ISBN: 0385341628
Dewey Decimal Number: 649.145
EAN: 9780385341622
ASIN: 0385341628
Publication Date: October 27, 2009
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Product Description
Do I have what it takes to be a successful adoptive parent?
Does my child consider me a successful parent?
Will I ever hear my rebellious teen say, “I love you”?
What tools do I need to succeed?
In her groundbreaking first book, Twenty Things Adopted Kids Wish Their Adoptive Parents Knew, Sherrie Eldridge gave voice to the very real concerns of adopted children, whose unique perspectives offered unprecedented insight. In this all-new companion volume, Eldridge goes beyond those insights and shifts her focus to parents, offering them much-needed encouragement and hope.
Speaking from her own experience as an adoptee and an expert in the field of adoption, Eldridge shares proven strategies and the moving narratives of nearly one hundred adoptive families, helping parents gain a deeper understanding of what is normal, both for their children and themselves. By first strengthening yourself as a parent, you’ll be able to truly listen to your child, and to connect with him on every level, by opening the channels of communication and keeping them open forever. Then you and your child can grow closer through the practical exercises at the end of every chapter.
Discover how to
• be confident that your role in your child’s life is vital and irreplaceable
• pass on the legacy of healthy self-care by assessing and regulating your stress
• communicate unconditional love to your child
• talk candidly with your child about her adoption and her birth family
• teach your family how to respond positively to insensitive remarks about adoption
• connect with other adoptive families–and build a support network
• plus learn to become a “warrior” parent…settle the “real parent” question…cope with emotional triggers–what to do when you “lose it” . . . celebrate the miracle of your family…and much more
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Sound, practical help for parents February 9, 2010
L. R. Abbott (Indianapolis, IN)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Sherrie's new book resonated with me as an adoptive parent on so many levels. Parenting is a tough job, and understanding the heart language of our adopted daughter can be challenging. As an adoptee herself, Sherrie helped me to see that I sometimes view adoption-related issues much differently than my child. She gave me lots of practical ideas to cultivate healthy conversations while my child is young, and at each step of her development. Having read this book, I felt encouraged, energized and empowered to parent. I loved all of the real-life examples from other adoptive parents that helped me understand I'm not alone on this amazing journey with my child. I appreciated the fact that while the book has lots of anecdotes, it's based on research with over 100 other adoptive parents. I'd recommend it to any adoptive parent who needs encouragement to continue in their invaluable role. What a privilege it is to raise these amazing kids. I'm glad to have Sherrie as a guide along the way.
Book Chosen by Indiana Historical Society November 4, 2009
Sharon L. Eldridge (Indianapolis)
0 out of 4 found this review helpful
This book was chosen to be featured in the seventh annual Holiday Author Fair at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center. As the author, I will be at the Center from noon-4:00 for book signing. Please come if you live in the Indy area. Sherrie [...]
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