Biblical Insights & Practical Tips for Navigating Your Personal Challenges as An Adoptive Mom

Why I Don’t Recommend “Gray Rock” and What to Do Instead.

Why I Don’t Recommend “Gray Rock” and What to Do Instead.

In the often turbulent world of adoptive and blended families, dealing with defiance or dysfunction can leave you searching for effective strategies, but one popular approach might not be as helpful as it seems. While the "gray rock" method promises to diffuse conflict by staying detached, it could unintentionally create emotional barriers that hinder healing and connection in your home. 

Discover a gentler alternative that emphasizes calm engagement, loving boundaries, and faith-based tools to foster deeper relationships without shutting down. By exploring these insights, you'll uncover how prioritizing empathy and spiritual guidance can transform challenging interactions into opportunities for growth. 

This approach invites you to rethink family dynamics in a way that builds security and trust, making it a must-read for any second mom navigating these complexities.
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Second Mom Stability - The Four Pillars

Second Mom Stability - The Four Pillars
Embark on the journey of motherhood's unique path—where stability might seem elusive but is essential for thriving, not just surviving. Discover the Four Pillars of Stability crucial for every second mom: financial, health, social/relational, and functional routine & structure. These pillars, grounded in faith, form the bedrock for your family environment, offering security, resilience, and a model for your children. For those navigating complex family dynamics, each step towards building this foundation is a triumph, moving from surviving to flourishing. Dive into the full post to explore how these pillars can transform your family life and get your hands on a free stability checklist to begin implementing today. Join our supportive “Second Moms Circle” community and nurture a home filled with faith, hope, and love.
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Sharing Children’s Lives Online: A Heart-to-Heart About Hidden Dangers

Sharing Children’s Lives Online: A Heart-to-Heart About Hidden Dangers
In today's digital age, sharing our children's lives online has become second nature, yet there are hidden perils that demand our attention. 

Behind every cute photo and shared milestone lies a digital footprint that can expose our families to privacy risks and unintended consequences. From facial recognition technology and geotagging to cyber-grooming and identity theft, the online world presents threats that can affect our children's safety and well-being. 

But there's hope—by adopting privacy-first practices, educating our kids about digital footprints, and leveraging secure platforms, we can share family moments thoughtfully. Join us in exploring how to strike the perfect balance between celebrating life’s joys and safeguarding our children’s futures.
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Dawn Baggett & Post Adoption Coaching

 

Hi there, I'm Dawn Baggett! 

As a mom in an adoptive family that includes the blending of both, biological and adopted children, with my family you name it and I’ve probably dealt with it at some level —
- navigating attachment issues, 
- trauma, 
- language barriers,
- baffling behaviors,
- special needs,
- accusations,
- chronic illness
- and more…

...with challenges & chaos that have both tested and refined my relationships, my mom role and my Christian faith.  

I’ve found that patterns and dynamics I struggled with were often the SAME ones that were repeated again and again in other homes of adoptive families like mine and within those of similar "second moms"  (step-moms and kinship caregivers raising children and teens that have had a break (for whatever reason) from their first mom).

 I truly believe in the power of faith-driven coaching to support "second moms" navigating the unique challenges of raising children with these often-complex backgrounds. 

My mission is to stand with you, offering guidance and understanding when the rest of your world seems unsure how to help, or even multiplies the problems that you are working so hard to overcome for your child and your family. 

If you're ready to continue your journey with a desire to walk out your faith in your family and mom role in particular, I'm here to be in your corner. Let's connect and explore how we can put together a personal plan that serves you! 

Apply for your free consultation to discover whether post adoption coaching is your next best step:  



With much love,
Dawn

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