There are many stories of adoption that can be inspiring to a new parent. Growing Grace is an example of such a story. This book tells the story Maci's adoption family and her birth mom. The family's decision in adopting a child with special disabilities triggered a series of events. In the aftermath, the family decided to become foster parents to care for the special needs child.
Growing Grace
Growing Grace is a collection stories about adoption written by the biological mother. These stories are about the joys and struggles of being a parent as well as the relationship between the biological mother, and the child. They aim to open the discussion on adoption and ask questions.
Adoption experts who have lived the experience firsthand write the stories. Their perspectives and insights are rooted in biblical wisdom. Their genuine concern for others is evident in their writing. The authors share stories of how God shaped their families and how they have embraced their new family connection. They also speak out about the grief and pain that comes with loss. These stories offer insight into how to celebrate the connection between the child and the parents as well as ways to move on.
Maci's story
Maci was a troubled young girl who spent the first four years of her life living in a group home. She was two years when her father died of an overdose on drugs and her mother developed a heroin addiction. She eventually died when she was 10 years old. Maci was abused by her mother's boyfriend and also suffered from chronic hearing loss. She also never had a bedroom of her own and slept on the couch.
Maci, despite her physical limitations, is a happy child. Maci has limited arm and left hand use. She will not be able support herself with her left hand the same way she can with her right. Taylor McKinney (her adoptive father) and Darin J. Jones (her adoptive mother) are both former law enforcers who have recently opened a Vero beach restaurant. Lisa Jones was her biological mother and the child was being cared for by a new boyfriend.
Maci's adoptive family
Taylor McKinney (18 now) and Maci Kean (18 now) are considering adding another member to their family. Although they already have three children, a fourth child would be a significant change in the dynamics of the family. Maci seems open and willing to consider adoption.
Taylor and Maci have two biological kids and a son. Maci has previously spoken out to Us Weekly regarding her plans to adopt another baby. McKinney and Maci were also open to the possibility of adopting.
Maci's mother of birth
The story of Maci's adoption and her birth mother is an incredibly moving one. Her father, who was abusive to her at two years of age, and her mother who was addicted, both died at ten years. At three years old, she lost her hearing due to ear infections. At one point, she took her hearing aids off to deafen her abuser's voice. She was never able to afford a bedroom. Instead, she spent most of her time lying on the couch. Ultimately, she was adopted by a loving family.
Maci, who was only two years old, had been adopted by a retired Indian River County sheriff’s officer. After her baby was born, her biological mother had left her child with Stevie Wallace, her boyfriend. Maci's parents did not know that she had been abused. The couple adopted Maci as a result.
FAQ
How to Avoid Sibling Rivalry
You shouldn't try to avoid sibling rivalry through ignoring them. Instead, you should try to find ways to make them feel loved and appreciated. So they don't feel jealous and can have fun having fun together.
Here are some examples:
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Play games with them. Play hide and seek or tag with them.
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Special treats are a great way to show your appreciation. For example, you could give them an extra piece cake or ice-cream cone.
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Make them laugh. Use humor, songs, and dance to make them laugh.
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Spend quality times with them. Take walks with them, read books, and play board games.
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Talk to your child about interests. Ask them about their favourite hobbies or activities.
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Be patient. Do not get discouraged if they have to fight. Keep your cool and remain calm.
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They should be praised when they do something kind for one another. Tell them how much you value them being friends.
What is a healthy living style for a parent to you?
Parents need to live a healthy lifestyle. This means eating well-balanced, exercising regularly, getting enough rest, and spending time together with family. It is also about avoiding drugs or alcohol.
Why do some children not follow their parents' orders?
Children are naturally curious. They want to learn more from others. They are also naturally inclined to seek out and please adults, as well as avoid punishment. If they don't understand why certain rules are important, they might lack self-discipline.
Children should understand why rules are important and the consequences for breaking them.
They must also recognize that following rules does no mean they have to surrender their freedom. They will be safe.
If you explain this to them clearly, they will start to understand.
These are some ways to teach your kids how to be better parents.
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Explain to them the reasons behind the rules.
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Teach them about consequences.
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Help them develop self-control.
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Have fun.
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Don't expect perfection.
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Encourage them asking questions.
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Encourage effort, not results.
What is a positive parenting style?
Positive parenting styles encourage children to become happy, well-adjusted adults through positive and constructive behavior towards others.
They teach children how to cope with stress and conflict, resolve conflicts peacefully, and deal with disappointment.
Positive parenting also helps children to develop self-discipline as well as responsibility. It teaches them how make decisions and solve problems by themselves.
They are encouraged to try new things and take chances. They learn to work hard, and they succeed in their daily lives.
How can I tell my child if he or she needs more discipline?
Different stages of development require different levels of discipline from children.
You may want to spank your child if your child is younger than two years.
But if your child has an older age, he/she may require more structure.
You should always discuss changes in your child's behavior with your doctor before making any major changes in your parenting style.
Is gentle parenting good?
It depends on your definition of "good." If you mean how children are treated then yes. But if you want to know if it is good for them, I will say no. They require firmness and discipline at times. They will never be able learn to behave correctly if they aren't disciplined and firm.
Children need limits and rules. They will not know the difference between acceptable and unacceptable behavior without them. They will not know how to respect others, and follow their instructions.
If you ask me which parenting style is better, I'd say none. All three styles are equally effective. The key is to find the one that is most effective for you and/or your family.
Which parenting style works best?
It is essential that you raise happy, healthy and well-adjusted children.
It is important to instill values in children early. This means teaching them how respect authority, treat others and take responsibility for their actions.
They are able to be responsible adults and know what they want from life.
This means that, if your child experiences problems at school or with friends, they will be more able to handle it than if this was not something you taught them.
Is permissive parental behavior good?
Parents who are too permissive can still be good, but they need to realize that children learn from both bad and good experiences. They must also be open to taking responsibility for their children's behavior if they fail to discipline them properly.
They should also be prepared to take action if their child misbehaves.
The best thing you can do as a parent is to set limits and boundaries and then enforce them. Consistency is key.
If you want to raise well-adjusted adults who respect themselves and others, then you need to follow these rules.
Statistics
- Students from authoritative families were likelier to say that their parents–not their peers–would influence their decisions (Bednar and Fisher 2003). (parentingscience.com)
- Dr. Phil says, “Children should be able to predict with absolute certainty, what will happen as a result of their behavior, 100% of the time.” (parenting.kars4kids.org)
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How to be better parents
Good parenting means showing love, support, guidance, and understanding to your children. It is being there for them when they need it most, even if it means getting up early or staying up late. Good parenting is also about teaching your children how they can be independent adults with strong values.
It is not easy to be a great parent. It may seem difficult to keep up with your children's demands at times. Remember that every child has to learn from their mistakes. If we try to teach our children right and wrong, they will become responsible adults who can understand the difference between acceptable and unacceptable behavior.
You must ensure your children are getting enough sleep, eating healthy food, exercising regularly, spending quality time with them, talking about their day, listening to feedback, and practicing appropriate social skills. While you don't need to do everything, it is important to try to be a positive role model for your children.
Your job as a parent is to provide your children with the tools they need to become successful adults. While you may struggle from time to time, it doesn't mean you don't need to be patient. You can just show your children that you care if you can keep up with them and laugh at their mistakes.