Parent Cooperative Community

09/02/2025

Growth mindset, a concept developed by psychologist Carol Dweck, represents the belief that abilities, intelligence, and talents can be developed through effort, learning, and persistence. This contrasts with a fixed mindset, which assumes that these qualities are unchangeable traits that people either possess or lack.

Want to help your adopted child develop resilience and confidence? Discover powerful growth mindset activities that build emotional strength and self-belief.

09/01/2025

Fall is more than pumpkin spice — it’s a chance to build connection through simple, meaningful traditions.

Try a nature walk & leaf hunt
Host a cozy movie night
Make a gratitude pumpkin
Start a seasonal scrapbook

These rituals weave together memories, safety, and shared joy. What’s your favorite fall family ritual?

08/28/2025

Extended family members often enter the adoption journey with their own emotions, concerns, and questions that need to be acknowledged and addressed. Unlike adoptive parents who have had time to process their decision and prepare for the changes adoption brings, relatives may feel surprised, uncertain, or unsure about their role in this new family dynamic.

Are you wondering how extended family can support your adoption journey? Discover ways to build inclusive, supportive relationships with relatives.

08/25/2025

Resilience isn’t about being tough — it’s about believing we can grow, even from pain. Your belief in your child makes all the difference. Activities like puzzles, journaling, or trying something new builds confidence.

08/19/2025

Life transitions are challenging for any family, but for adoptive families, these changes can trigger complex emotions and heightened anxiety that stem from past experiences of loss, uncertainty, and disruption. Whether facing a move, school change, family addition, or other significant life event, adoptive children may experience transitions differently than their peers, often with intensified worry and fear.

Is your adoptive family struggling with anxiety during major life changes? Discover effective strategies to support your family through transitions.

08/18/2025

Your support system matters. When extended family understands and shows up with love and knowledge, it strengthens your child’s sense of belonging. Let’s build bridges, not confusion.

08/15/2025

As summer winds down and back-to-school preparations begin, adoptive families often face unique considerations that go beyond shopping for supplies and new clothes. The transition back to school can trigger complex emotions and behaviors in adopted children, stemming from their individual histories and experiences with change, separation, and trust.

Are you ready for back-to-school season? Discover essential tips for adoptive parents to support their children through school transitions with confidence.

08/13/2025

Adoptive families often experience heightened anxiety during life transitions. It’s not a regression — it’s your child asking for safety and reassurance.

Not every change is simple. In adoptive families, transitions can be deeply emotional. Supporting each other through these moments builds stronger bonds.

08/11/2025

We’re so grateful to have attended the Alliance Member BBQ! Thank you for all you do to support our community. It was a joy to connect, network, and share space with so many dedicated and passionate people. 💙

08/04/2025

A new school year can feel overwhelming—for adoptive families and kids alike.
Our back-to-school tips focus on predictability, connection, and emotional safety.

Start the year strong—with tools that make transitions smoother.

07/29/2025

Understanding Emotional Expression: How Suppressed Moments Become Lasting Trauma — a free webinar for anyone supporting children, families, or individuals with adversity.

Join us Mon. Aug 4 from 6-7pm to learn with Helene Timpone, LCSW, CEO of Parent Cooperative Community and internationally recognized trauma expert.

Register today!

Emotions are meant to move — but what happens when they don’t? In this powerful 1-hour session, we’ll explore the three core pathways of emotional expression and what occurs when those pathways are blocked. You’ll gain insights into how seemingly brief moments can evolve into long-term traum...

07/24/2025