The Cradle

Don't miss out on this special offer! Adopted people and adoptive parents don’t always look at adoption the same way. Gain insights into their perspectives in our featured webinar, Top 10 Things Adopted Kids Wish Their Adoptive Parents Knew: bit.ly/4oW7gfe

Foster and adoptive families often struggle with mealtimes. Children bring a lot to the table, including experiences of trauma and food insecurity. This month's featured webinar shares strategies to help reduce conflict and anxiety around food: bit.ly/3UwULe7

Open adoption relationships can be intimidating and difficult to understand. Our course can help you understand degrees of openness, become familiar with the process of creating open adoptions and learn to maintain connections. Get access today: bit.ly/4aRijAk

For #BlackHistoryMonth, we're featuring two webinars about Raising Black Girls. 2020- A panel of parents discuss the realities Black girls face: bit.ly/4gqNgwu 2017- A moderated panel of Black women discuss their role as mothers of Black girls: bit.ly/3EjuHgy

Last chance to save! As your child grows, they may have questions, concerns and feelings about adoption. Understanding these feelings is essential to helping your child build a healthy identity. A panel of adopted people reflect on their experiences: bit.ly/4gDKIMl

Talking about adoption can be difficult for a variety of reasons. Our “Let's Talk Adoption” course gives you the tools you need to make talking about adoption part of your family's everyday life. Get access today and watch anytime: bit.ly/3O5IPLZ

Lara, Sean and their daughter Maya are #HopingToAdopt! Read their story and help us share it: bit.ly/4hzXLPZ

Social workers and nurses! One more week to join Cradle Counselor Carmen Knight to deepen your understanding of adoption and how you can support those considering it. She will cover demographics, motivations and the dynamics around unplanned pregnancy. bit.ly/4eXvjpt

Save the date! Join us for The Cradle's Annual Holiday Party on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 10 a.m.! Enjoy games, crafts, snacks and family photos with our Cradle community. Details on how to RSVP coming soon!

Just one week away! The Cradle is hosting a FREE live webinar for family and friends of those who are in the process of adopting or have already adopted. Discover ways to provide support to the adoptive and prospective adoptive parents in your life. bit.ly/3NAWQ4a

Save the date! Join us for The Cradle's Annual Holiday Party on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 10 a.m.! Enjoy games, crafts, snacks and family photos with our Cradle community. Details on how to RSVP coming soon!

It's #NationalAdoptionMonth, a time to celebrate, reflect on the adoption journey and raise awareness so that the realities of adoption are more widely understood. Here are nine ways you can educate, advocate and celebrate during National Adoption Month: bit.ly/3SLKIAX

Are you a prospective adoptive parent? Join The Cradle's Adoption Info Meeting on Nov. 14! Learn about our philosophy, openness, programs and support through the home study process and beyond. Save your seat: bit.ly/3C6CoWc

Jim and Gloria are #HopingToAdopt! Read their story and help us share it: bit.ly/3NIMWxe

An adoption lifebook tells the story of how your child became a part of your family. Read our practical guide on how to make a lifebook, what to include and why they can be meaningful to you and your child. Read our newest blog: bit.ly/4e4cpvN

For #NationalAdoptionDay, The Cradle is hosting a FREE live webinar for family and friends of those who are in the process of adopting or have already adopted. Join us to learn about how you can provide meaningful support. Save your seat: bit.ly/3NAWQ4a

Spread joy with us this holiday season! Your contribution to The Cradle's Holiday Gift Program helps Cradle birth parents cover essentials and holiday gifts for their families. Any support goes directly to those in need and is deeply appreciated. bit.ly/4erKZ4a

Cradle Therapist Dori Fuji, alongside Rebecca Nelson, Ph.D., presented at the Community of Asian American Therapists in Chicagoland Annual Conference. They spoke on complexities of identity formation in Asian American adoptees. Adoption-competent therapy: bit.ly/3EEU49u

Melissa and Mike are #HopingToAdopt! Read their story and help us share it: bit.ly/3NxOASk

Dave, wanting to connect with people who shared similar adoption experiences, started a group for people connected to The Cradle in his area, fostering a space for community and support. Read his story on Faces of The Cradle: bit.ly/3BS0p3b