In April 2016, I became a NICU and preemie mom. My first son had to be born early because I developed severe preeclampsia, which didn’t respond to any help, and so an induction happened at 32 weeks… Here’s some tips I’ve learned, after I became a mom of four preemies, through birth and also adoption!
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I took this past month off so I could focus on our family, and help find some peace & balance in our lives. Typically December is a rough month because we hit anniversary dates of removal & foster placement in our home for both our adopted children. We have found through some very chaotic trial & error, that having strong boundaries around the holidays serves us well.
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This mama is tired, and it has been a week! (And it’s only Wednesday!)
This time of year is a balancing act for our family. Gatherings and events increase, yet it’s a hard for our family because our adopted kids were removed between Christmas and New Years. Emotions can run strong, and some days I just want to hibernate…
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This blog post shares a personal perspective on behavior issues related to food scarcity experienced by a foster family. The author highlights the challenges faced by their adopted children, who were initially diagnosed with "failure to thrive." The article emphasizes the importance of having a reliable meal and snack schedule, offering familiar or comfort foods, feeding based on emotional age, and recognizing how food helps regulate children. The author hopes to raise awareness and encourage compassion and support for foster and adoptive families who work hard to ensure their children feel loved and cared for.
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After going through the journey of adopting two children, Naomi took a step back from personal blogging. Now that she have settled into her new role as an adoptive parent, she is excited to return to blogging and to share their stories, adventures, and lessons learned. Naomi is also looking forward to sharing her family's experiences with homeschooling, hiking, and health transformations. She expresses her gratitude to their Young Living team and reminds readers that their purpose in life is to help others, offering support and assistance to anyone in need.
