About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when they are ready to narrate the beautiful, intentional journey of international adoption to their child. It is particularly healing for families formed through adoption from China, or for any child asking, How did we become a family? This heartfelt memoir captures a mother's longing, her journey across the globe, and the overwhelming joy of first meetings. Through soft, glowing illustrations and poetic prose, it emphasizes that the child was deeply wanted and loved long before they ever met. It is a gentle, secular celebration of family belonging, perfect for bedtime bonding for children ages 4 to 8. Parents will appreciate how it validates the wait and the wonder of finding a perfect match in a far-off place.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
While it acknowledges the baby's life in China before the mother arrived, it focuses primarily on the joy of the union. It does not dwell on the birth parents, which creates a hopeful and focused narrative on the adoptive bond. Parents should be prepared for questions about the child's birth family and may want to supplement with other books that explore those relationships further.
