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“Having gay parents hasn’t been such a big deal. Having new parents was the bit that took some getting used to”.
Steven Elvins is 21 and lives in Bristol with his Mums, Lynne and Emma. In a special blog for LGBT+ Adoption & Fostering week, he shares his adoption story. Living in an LGBT+ family People often ask me how I feel about having two Mums. To be honest, I’ve never really given it that much […]
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My Christmas Survival Plan – tips from an adoptive Mum
Christmas can be a stressful time for all of us. But, heightened emotions and changes in routine can make it particularly challenging for adoptive families. Here, Mum of two, Hannah, shares her tips for surviving the festive season… Pretty much all the adoptive parents I know talk about Christmas (with a mix of dread and […]