You may be stuck in a new phenomenon that falls under the colorful moniker, Helicopter Parent. If you find yourself hovering over your kidult, attempting to protect him or her from lifes ups and downs, you fit the description. Is it technology - cell phones, ...

While the legal framework for adopting children can be quite convoluted, it still pays to be patient when waiting for a child to adopt, and a life to change. Many have found that patience in these circumstances can prove to be equally rewarding, and life-changing for them as well. Why Be a Foster ParentThere are many reasons why one would even want to open their homes to a complete stranger. While altruism tops the list of reasons for providing one with a foster home, here are some other things foster parents gain from the experience.