{"id":7183,"date":"2015-06-11T07:28:24","date_gmt":"2015-06-10T19:28:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spence-chapin.org\/blog-international_adoption-adopting-a-sibling-group\/"},"modified":"2020-01-08T08:24:51","modified_gmt":"2020-01-07T20:24:51","slug":"adopting-a-sibling-group","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spence-chapin.org\/yue\/adopting-a-sibling-group\/","title":{"rendered":"\u6536\u990a\u7dca\u5144\u5f1f\u59ca\u59b9\u7fa4\u7d44"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over 85% of families in the United States include at least one sibling. Siblings are the longest and most significant relationship most of us will have over the course of our lifetimes. \u00a0For many children, being adopted with their siblings provides continuity and mutual support during what can be an exciting and overwhelming time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>For children in need of adoptive families, being adopted with a sibling has immeasurable benefits. Not only is there is a positive impact on children\u2019s initial adjustment period with a family, but children adopted with their siblings also experience lower anxiety and higher overall mental wellness. Siblings support and understand each other\u2019s stories in a unique way, helping each other make sense of new life experiences. Children who have siblings often learn to build strong relationships and develop healthier attachments to others as well. Families can help maintain this powerful connection by adopting a sibling group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>We have seen many sibling groups in need of families in our <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/spence-chapin.org\/yue\/%e4%bf%9d%e5%8a%a0%e5%88%a9%e4%ba%9e\/\" target=\"_blank\">\u4fdd\u52a0\u5229\u4e9e<\/a>, <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/spence-chapin.org\/yue\/%e5%93%a5%e5%80%ab%e6%af%94%e4%ba%9e\/\" target=\"_blank\">\u54e5\u502b\u6bd4\u4e9e<\/a>\u00a0\u540c <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/spence-chapin.org\/yue\/%e5%8d%97%e9%9d%9e\/\" target=\"_blank\">\u5357\u975e<\/a>\u00a0adoption programs. We share the belief with our partners that there is incredible value in keeping siblings together. Our in-country partners are committed to keeping siblings together whenever possible and have minimal additional fees for adopting sibling groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>There are many joys and unique challenges that come with adopting a sibling group. Questions to consider include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Do I want a large family?<\/li><li>For those currently parenting: How would your family dynamic change by adopting a sibling group?<\/li><li>Does my family have the ability to welcome two or three new members at the same time? Does my family have the capacity and resources to provide one on one time with each child in the sibling group?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>As you explore if adopting a sibling group could be right for your family, contact us at <strong><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"mailto:info@spence-chapin.org\" target=\"_blank\">info@spence-chapin.org<\/a> or 212-400-8150<\/strong>. We can provide resources about adopting and help you consider your adoption options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong>References<\/strong>:<br>Adopt US Kids. Ten Myths and Realities of Sibling Adoptions. Link: <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.adoptuskids.org\/_assets\/files\/NRCRRFAP\/resources\/ten-myths-and-realities-of-sibling-adoptions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.adoptuskids.org\/_assets\/files\/NRCRRFAP\/resources\/ten-myths-and-realities-of-sibling-adoptions.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Child Welfare Information Gateway. (2013). Sibling issues in foster care and adoption. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Children\u2019s Bureau. Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.childwelfare.gov\/pubPDFs\/siblingissues.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.childwelfare.gov\/pubPDFs\/siblingissues.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Creating A Family Radio. Adopting Siblings: Special Issues to Consider. Link:&nbsp; <a href=\"http:\/\/creatingafamily.org\/adoption-category\/adopting-siblings-special-issues-consider\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/creatingafamily.org\/adoption-category\/adopting-siblings-special-issues-consider<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over 85% of families in the United States include at least one sibling. Siblings are the longest and most significant relationship most of us will have over the course of our lifetimes. \u00a0For many children, being adopted with their siblings provides continuity and mutual support during what can be an exciting and overwhelming time. 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