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

Remaining a Secure Parent…For Your Child

Remaining a Secure Parent…For Your Child
One cultural myth that is very prevalent today is that parents must affirm sinful & harmful lifestyle choices that run contrary to God’s laws, or we cause our children terrible harm —  like feelings of shame, rejection, fear, insecurity, and to generally feel bad about themselves leading to all kinds of problems for them. 

It is presumed that parents are unkind and unloving if we do not also embrace and adopt these choices.


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Fierce (Age-Inappropriate) Independence

Fierce (Age-Inappropriate) Independence

Did you know that early childhood trauma often leads to a pervasive sense of helplessness in children? 

This in turn can cause them to overcompensate with age-inappropriate independence and rigid control strategies. 


If you're noticing these behaviors in your child, know that you are not alone, and together, we can find paths toward healing and connection.

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WHAT IS A MOM MISSION MAP?

WHAT IS A MOM MISSION MAP?

A Guide to Choosing & Pursuing Your Main Mom Objectives 


Despite all the Crazy-making Distractions & Drama of your Adoptive/Blended Family!


The goal of every Second Mom (adoptive or other permanent mom raising a child she didn’t give birth to) is to be the best mom she can be for her child, right?! 

But with the distractions, drama and (let’s call it what it is) dysfunction” that are so common in non-traditional families like ours”  it can be hard to keep from losing track of those things that are  most important or even know what real  “success” even looks like for us. (Sometimes, it’s just getting through the day it seems!) 
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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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