4 Ways To Help Adopting Families

LISTEN

As a perfect compliment to asking about the family’s specific needs, practice listening to what everyone has to say. At certain times, this simple act of kindness may be the most important thing you can do. A hearing ear and a compassionate heart can provide a safe place of love and encouragement that many desperately need.

This family could be at a point in the parenting journey you may have never experienced, so lending an ear and being a supportive presence might mean more than you know. They’re navigating unique successes and setbacks, so be open to hearing what they have to say. Let them share as much or as little as they’re comfortable with at that time.