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From Classroom to Bookshelf: How Teaching Quietly Prepared Me to Become an Author
If you had told me years ago that I would move from the classroom to the world of publishing, I probably would have smiled politely… and changed the subject. Writing felt like something other people did; people with confidence, people who believed their voices mattered. I wasn’t one of them. Or at least, that’s what I thought. But here’s the truth I only understand now: every year I spent teaching was quietly preparing me for the work I do today as an author. Teaching is li
Nathalie Iseli-Chan
1 day ago2 min read


Rewriting the Adoption Story: Embracing Complexity and Truth.
When I first became a mother through adoption, I dreamed of creating a home where meaningful conversations flourished; a space where the...
Nathalie Iseli-Chan
May 123 min read


"Do they know they were adopted?" Why and How We Talked to Our Children About Their Adoption Story
"Do they know they were adopted? ” is a question that has been whispered to us so many times I couldn’t even count, and for a very long...
Nathalie Iseli-Chan
Apr 73 min read


ADOPTION COMPETENCY - because love is not enough
"Don't worry, you can always adopt!" "You can just adopt; so many babies are waiting for a family." "If you have an infant, it's...
Nathalie Iseli-Chan
Mar 102 min read


An after-Valentine's-Day thought
Who hasn’t heard the saying, "Blood is thicker than water"? Many of us use it to justify unwavering loyalty to our families. However, the...
Nathalie Iseli-Chan
Feb 182 min read


Words Matter: Shaping Perspectives on Adoption
This year, my New Year’s resolution isn’t about the usual fitness goals or dieting; I am committed to something far more impactful:...
Nathalie Iseli-Chan
Jan 302 min read


When the New Year Doesn’t Start with Happy News: A Reflection on Grief
Every January typically brings joyful news and festive events as we usher in the new year. We hope for happiness, well-being, prosperity,...
Nathalie Iseli-Chan
Jan 132 min read


Turning Fear into Empowerment
Before we even began our adoption journey, I spoke with other adoptive parents who candidly shared the unique challenges they faced....
Nathalie Iseli-Chan
Dec 8, 20242 min read


(A very candid post) Am I a good parent ?
Every parent grapples with this question, and as an adoptive mom, I often find myself reflecting on it. When our children were placed...
Nathalie Iseli-Chan
Nov 27, 20242 min read


November is Adoption Awareness Month
November is Adoption Awareness Month. It is a poignant reminder of the intricate tapestry that each adoption story weaves. While it is...
Nathalie Iseli-Chan
Nov 6, 20241 min read

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