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Did You Know?
The international adoption process changed significantly with the U.S. implementation of the Hague Convention on Inter-Country Adoption. The treaty was designed to protect the interests of all parties in adoption and to prevent the abduction or sale of children.
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| Purchase Amount | Discount |
| $100-$149 | 10% |
| $150-$199 | 15% |
| $200+ | 20% |
| We offer volume discounts if you purchase more than $100 in a single transaction. Previous purchases cannot be considered. | |
Adopting the Older Child
Adopting an older child presents a unique set of joy and challenges. From knowing what kind of information is important to have to anticipating potential stumbling blocks to a smooth transition, this course serves as a guide to anyone considering adopting a child older than an infant (whether internationally or from the US public welfare system).
Adoptive families will learn to:
- Consider their own expectations
- Understand the importance of their child's history
- Develop strategies for integrating an older child into the existing family unit
- Identify the challenges specific to older adopted children
- Understand when and where to seek assistance
This product is part of the following packages:
- Downey Side Adoptions Package
This package includes the courses: Adopting the Older Child, Becoming Your Child's Best Advocate, Discipline and the Adopted Child, Finding The Missing Pieces, The Journey of Attachment, and the four Tough Starts courses: Brain Development Matters, Treatment Matters, Parenting Matters, and Family Matters for a total of 15 credit hours of training on topics required for Downey Side Adoptions.
- Hague Package - China Edition
This package includes 8 courses for a total of 12 credit hours of training on topics required for adoption from China by the Hague Convention. 22% discount when you purchase as a package!
- Hague Package
This package includes 5 courses for a total of 10 credit hours of training on topics required for international adoption by the Hague Convention. 17% discount when you purchase as a package.
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Breastfeeding, Bottles and Beyond
Adoptive parent and lactation consultant Alyssa Schnell helps parents and prospective parents navigate the world of infant feeding. Adoptive parents are not limited to formula and bottles. And if neither formula nor breastfeeding quite fit, let us help you find other options.
