Many books I've read, and also some people I've spoken to, have recommended "The Primal Wound" by Nancy Verrier. I do plan on tracking it down and reading it, but basically what I've sussed out, is that it is about the separation of children from their birth parents creates a wound that makes them feel less than whole. I stumbled upon a blog today, (Pinterest....my newest resource) the author is an adoptee and an adopter, and I really like what she said, so I wanted to save it somewhere. Here is my somewhere!
There are challenges that come with adoption but they don't necessarily scar us. Every adoption experience is different and valid. Adoptive parents should read, be aware, talk to others, but most importantly trust themselves and their relationship with their child. Don't assume that anyone knows more than you about your own child.
Most of all, no one should be surprised that a lovely adult was once an adopted child.
No comments:
Post a Comment