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Don’t Create a Vacuumposted on May 1, 2017 There is a great parenting strategy I think we should all subscribe to; don’t remove a coping mechanism or survival strategy from a child unless you have something better to replace it with. Don’t create a vacuum if you are… Read More |
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Establishing Healthy Boundariesposted on March 22, 2017 I recently presented at a conference for adoptive and foster parents. My assigned topic; Building Healthy Relationships and Boundaries with Your Biological Relatives. I was excited when the topic was first assigned to me. There are many books on the subject… Read More |
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Parenting with Supportposted on February 7, 2017 Parenting can be difficult, especially as you learn about what you bring to the relationship, what your triggers are, your children’s triggers; add on the stress of having a number of professionals involved in your daily life and you’ll quickly… Read More |
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Empowered Teensposted on January 26, 2017 Empowered Teens was created for adopted teens in 6th-12th grade, this class will be a fun, active, low-pressure way to connect with other adopted teens and learn valuable life skills. We will be using concepts from Empowered to Connect and… Read More |
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Empowered to Connect Parent Trainingposted on January 19, 2017 One of the most important things we’ve learned as parents is the difference between being safe and feeling safe. For many years we thought that they were the same thing, but we have come to understand and live the difference.… Read More |
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Support Groups Start January 11posted on January 6, 2017 We all need someone to lean on. That is especially true for those who foster, have adopted, or who are waiting. Join other like-minded parents for a time of connection and sharing. Our support groups are open to any adoptive, foster,… Read More |
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Moms Christmas Dessertposted on December 5, 2016 All adoptive and foster moms, as well as those who are waiting, are invited to join us for an evening of delicious desserts and fellowship. We will also do a gift exchange of your “go to mom survival item.” We… Read More |
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#GivingTuesday is TODAY!posted on November 29, 2016 Today is Giving Tuesday, a day dedicated to giving back. There are two ways that you can give today; your time and your treasure. Please email us at tapestry@irvingbible.org if you would like to bless adoptive and foster families by volunteering… Read More |
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When Two Worlds Collideposted on October 27, 2016 When I was a child, I wanted to be an airline pilot. I thought it would be the most romantic way to spend my days floating amongst the clouds. My dad traveled for work when I was a kid and… Read More |
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4 Reasons You Need to Attend Conference this Yearposted on October 13, 2016 The 2016 Tapestry Adoption & Foster Care Conference will be held October 21-22 at Irving Bible Church. This year will feature Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) trained professionals, Empowered to Connect Parent Trainers, and Occupational Therapists across both days of… Read More |