Lighthouse Thoughts

Have you considered dance classes for your children? If so, there are increasing amounts of scientific that support “dance improves academic performance”.  “Research shows that dance activity registers in regions of the brain responsible for cognition.” Essentially, the training young dancers receive helps them to become better learners in the classroom.  According to Judith Lynne Hanna, PhD, author of “Dancing […]

Babies and children benefit from being read to. Children’s books come in all shapes and sizes.  Grab a book, snuggle up on the sofa and reap the many benefits of reading to your child.  These include:  Babies learn to make a connection between a word and its meaning which is vital to language development. Reading to babies […]

“The Invisible Burden that leaves Moms drained” Why are Mom’s emotionally exhausted?  The short answer is because Mom’s are responsible for kin-keeping responsibilities; birthdays, who gave the that dress to little Susie, writing Thank You notes, etc. The question is what can you do to reclaim your time and energy?  http://pickanytwo.net/the-invisible-burden-that-leaves-moms-drained/?utm_campaign=shareaholic&utm_medium=facebook&utm_source=socialnetwork

A popular misconception of domestic adoptions is that they are legally risky.  Fueled by overwhelmingly negative media coverage,  and every little old ladies adoption gone wrong story- that they must share,  it’s no wonder prospective adoptive parents often worry about risk.  While there are no mandatory reporting requirements, experts estimate that in reality, less than […]

PROS: ·         Adoptive Families can adopt an infant. ·         Background information on the child’s birth parents that may include a social, educational and health history. ·         At Beacon House, you are updated regularly on the health of the Birth Mother and Baby, throughout the pregnancy. ·         There are varying degrees of openness, it may be […]

We at Beacon House know that sometimes life does not happen just the way we plan it. If you are now experiencing a pregnancy that you did not plan for, you know that you have options. One of those options is adoption. Adoption can be a difficult decision, but it is also a brave and […]

Texas School Triples Recess Time And Sees Immediate Positive Results In Kids “A Texas school started giving children four recess breaks a day, and teachers and parents say the results have been wonderful.” http://www.scarymommy.com/texas-school-triples-recess-time-and-sees-immediate-positive-results-in-kids/

As part of the adoption process, you will be asked to create a personal profile in the form of a Profile Book. The Profile Book is a picture book with snapshots, and important personal information about you, the adoptive family.  You will choose photos that will tell a story about your lives as a whole. […]

As a parent, I have to decide what my kids need, versus what my kids want. I have to decide what is necessary to help nurture and raise a self sufficient, responsible adult, and what could potentially be problematic. “7 Things Your Kids Absolutely Do Not Need in the New Year ” is a great list to jump start your parenting in […]

“I am thinking of you today because it is Christmas and I wish you happiness.  And tomorrow, because it will be the day after Christmas, I shall still wish you happiness. My thoughts and my wishes will be with you always. Whatever joy comes to you will make me glad. All through the year, I […]