by Raising Relatives | Jul 15, 2024 | Impacts of Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol and Drugs
Are you raising a grandchild (or niece or cousin) whom you suspect was prenatally exposed to alcohol or drugs? Do they have a confirmed diagnosis? You may wonder when and how to explain prenatal exposure to them. Avoiding the topic can lead to shame, confusion, and...
by Raising Relatives | Jul 15, 2024 | Healing from Trauma/Neglect/Abuse
Raising your grandchild, nephew, or cousin is not for the faint of heart! While this experience can be one of the most rewarding things you ever do, it might also be one of the most challenging journeys ever! Welcoming and raising an older child to your home –...
by Raising Relatives | Jul 15, 2024 | Healing from Trauma/Neglect/Abuse
We all have a built-in alarm system that helps us know when threats of harm are present. Kids who have experienced loss, abuse, or trauma have an alarm system that is always on high alert. When their internal alarms are triggered, they often behave in challenging...
by Raising Relatives | Jul 15, 2024 | Healing from Trauma/Neglect/Abuse
Caring for a child who has experienced loss, chaos, or neglect can be challenging. When that child’s trauma shows up in extremely picky eating, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed. It’s important to remember that food issues are just as stressful for the kids...
by Raising Relatives | Jul 15, 2024 | Healing from Trauma/Neglect/Abuse
Change is a stressor that most humans need support to navigate. Your grandchild, niece, or cousin likely needs more than the average level of support. After all, they have experienced trauma, loss, and chaos at a young age before they’ve developed healthy coping...
