by Mardie Caldwell | Nov 5, 2022 | Adoption, my life
November holds a special place in my heart because it is recognized across the U.S. as National Adoption Month. This month is the perfect opportunity to share the beauty of modern adoption. I know the deep-seated need that motivates couples to seek adoption,...
by Mardie Caldwell | Oct 15, 2022 | Adoption
When I was adopting 36 years ago, I had to figure things out on my own. Open adoption was still new back then, and independent adoption was all but unheard of. I didn’t have any adoption advice to go by. But I was so ready to be a mom and do everything I could...
by Mardie Caldwell | Sep 17, 2022 | Adoption
Many hopeful adoptive mothers wonder, “Can I breastfeed my adopted baby without being pregnant?” For those adopting a newborn, breastfeeding can seem out of reach. But it’s not! With the right information, guidance, and plenty of support, you can...
by Mardie Caldwell | Aug 13, 2022 | my life
I am always impressed when I meet a young man whose parents raised him with good manners. I think that is because today, too many young people are glued to their phones, with earbuds in, letting real life pass them by. Are you a boy mom? Know that you can...
by Mardie Caldwell | Jul 16, 2022 | Motivational speaker
Sometimes getting what we want is as simple as asking for it. But more often than not, we need to work a little harder to get it. How you ask for something in your relationship, life, or career can determine if you will be able to get it. Here are some...
