Goal 11

Find respite, become part of a support group. Be calm, and learn about FASD and learn about parenting techniques that work with children with FASD. Have hope, for without it life can definitely be overwhelming.
Beware! The divorce rate is higher among adoptive parents, take special care of each other.
As caregivers we are human too – when we fall apart and blow it, we need to ask forgiveness.
Your ex-friends vs. new friends: Often if you adopt or foster a child with FASD many of your old friends fade away. But that’s ok, your new friends will be much better ones, they will be patient and want to understand.

Tell your child with FASD that they must “Forgive” their biological mother. (You have to forgive her also.)