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Could You Parent a Child with Special Needs from South Africa

21 May 2018 | Talia Oren

South Africa   Pre-Adoption, Medical

It takes a dedicated and resourceful parent to adopt a child with special medical needs. At Spence-Chapin, we guide families in how&nbs...

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Adopting a Child in Need of a Medical Expedite

12 Mar 2018 | Great Wall China Adoption

Heart Defect   China   Family Adoption Stories, Adoption Process, Medical

The following post from a family is intended to shed light on what it is like to decide to adopt a child with severe medical needs and to pursue this ...

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The Impact of Early Orphanage Life on Development

20 Apr 2017 | Lisa Nalven, M.D., FAAP

Orphan and Family Aid, Medical

Many influences contribute to a child’s development and behavior, including genetics and the environment, both during pregnancy and following bi...

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Treating Hemophilia at Home: Our Adventures with Peripheral Infusions

14 Mar 2017 | Kelly B. Cartwright

Hemophilia   Family Adoption Stories, Medical

I’m still astonished every time we do it.  I mix my son’s clotting factor three times per week, before breakfast, then I infuse lifes...

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To Re-vaccinate Your Adopted Child or Not? That is the Question.

15 Feb 2017 | Arielle Wilson

Medical, Post-Adoption

Re-vaccinating your adopted child can be an emotionally difficult decision to face. It is important to work closely with your pediatric...

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Adoption Referral: Epilepsy

07 Feb 2017 | Linda Walsh, APN University of Chicago Adoption Center

Epilepsy   Medical

Even though awareness about epilepsy has been increasing in recent years many parents still don’t know much about day-to-day management of the c...

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A Letter to New Adoptive Parents...

23 Jan 2017 | Shelly Roy, LCSW University of Chicago Adoption Center

Bonding & Attachment, Medical

Dear new adoptive parent: Thank you for visiting us in the adoption clinic for your child’s care.  As a social worker I see many newly...

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Adoptive Parents Turn To Adoption Medicine Clinic For Care, Guidance

29 Dec 2016 | Staff Writer

Cleft lip or palate   China   Family Adoption Stories, Medical

Zhuzhu was adopted by Laura Jean and David  in 2016. The University of Minnesota Health Adoption Medicine Clinic team provided for many of Zhuzhu...

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Heart Surgery Helps 3-Year-Old Gia Enjoy Life With Her Adoptive Mom

22 Dec 2016 | Staff Writer

Heart Defect   China   Family Adoption Stories, Medical

After being diagnosed with aortic coarctation, 3-year-old Gia underwent surgery to repair her heart at the Pediatric Heart Center at University of Min...

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What is Sensory Processing Disorder?

15 Dec 2016 | Megan Bresnahan & Staff Writer, The Adoption Medicine Clinic, University of Minnesota

Medical, Post-Adoption, Education

Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is like a “traffic jam in the brain.” That’s how University of Minnesota Health Occupational Thera...

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Special Needs

  1. Blood Conditions
    1. Blood Disorder
    2. Hemophilia
    3. Hepatitis B Positive
    4. Hepatitis C
    5. HIV Positive
    6. Lead Exposure
    7. Lymphedema
    8. Sickle Cell Anemia
    9. Thalassemia
  2. Chromosome Disorders
    1. Cystic Fibrosis
    2. Down Syndrome
    3. Genetic Syndrome
    4. PKU
    5. Teratoma
    6. Turner Syndrome
  3. Congenital Heart Defects
    1. Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
    2. Heart Defect
    3. Tetralogy of Fallot
  4. Craniofacial Conditions
    1. Apert Syndrome
    2. Cleft lip or palate
    3. Hemifacial Microsomia
  5. Developmental Needs
    1. Apraxia of Speech and Muteness
    2. Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD's)
    3. Cognitive Delays
    4. Failure to Thrive
    5. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
    6. Growth Delay
    7. Motor Delays
    8. Premature Birth
    9. Psychomotor Development Retardation (PDR)
    10. Speech Delay
  6. Digestive System Conditions
    1. Hernia
    2. Megacolon
  7. Hearing
    1. Deaf
    2. Hearing Impairment
    3. Microtia and Atresia
  8. Neurological Conditions
    1. Cerebral Palsy
    2. Dyskinesia
    3. Epilepsy
    4. Hydrocephalus
    5. Microcephaly
    6. Seizure Disorder/ Epilepsy
  9. Orthopedic Conditions
    1. Amniotic Band Syndrome / Missing Limbs
    2. Arthrogryposis
    3. Brachial Plexus Injury
    4. Club foot
    5. Digit Difference
    6. Dwarfism
    7. Flexion Deformity
    8. Funnel Chest / Pigeon Breast
    9. Limb Differences
    10. Osteogenesis Imperfecta
    11. Radial Club
    12. Rickets
    13. Scoliosis
    14. Spina Bifida
    15. Torticollis
    16. Wheelchair Dependent
    17. Wheelchair Dependent
  10. Other Considerations
    1. 9 Years Plus
    2. AGEING OUT
    3. Attachment Issues
    4. Second Placement
    5. Trauma
  11. Skin Conditions
    1. Albinism
    2. Burns
    3. Congenital Blue Nevus
    4. Congenital Nevi
    5. Eczema
    6. Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB)
    7. Hemangioma
    8. Ichthyosis
    9. Port Wine Stains
  12. Urogenital Conditions
    1. Ambiguous Genitalia
    2. Anal Atresia / Imperforate Anus
    3. Hypospadias
    4. Incontinence
    5. Kidney Issues
  13. Vision
    1. Blind
    2. Cataracts
    3. Lazy Eye / Amyblyopia
    4. Missing Eye
    5. Nystagmus
    6. Ptosis
    7. Strabismus
    8. Visual Impairment

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