Extreme Parenting series

Claire’s 10-year-old son, Adam, was adopted from a Russian orphanage when he was 19 months old. Her second son, Ethan, joined their family from foster care at age 7. In this 12-part series, Claire shares the “fast and furious learning” she and her family experienced when they adopted an older child. This series ran from 2013 to 2016.

1. Love is a decision
2. No apologies
3. Never take anything personally
4. Be a safe and predictable harbour
5. Every little thing matters
6. Below the surface
7. Taking charge with love
8. Goals, behaviours, and... ducks?
9. When age is more than a number
10. Slow and steady
11. Little things
12. Find your gratitude

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