Adoption Today Welcome from Emily Welcome to our first ever digital issue of Adoption Today! We are moving with the times and linking our highly valued magazine more effectively with the full range of support we offer at Adoption UK. We want to make it as easy as possible for you to find out about all the support you’re entitled to as a member, including our community groups, training, online resources and virtual networks. You’ll find the same fantastic content- such as the Q and A with our PATH team about supporting adoptees to make contact with birth family. There is the latest news across the nations of the UK. We’re shining a spotlight on issues like post adoption depression. We curate expert advice from other organisations like the Belay Foundation. And we will still have tips on how to look after yourself when times are tough. I hope you enjoy reading this spring issue, Emily Frith CEO, Adoption UK Please note the articles below are exclusively for AUK members. Become a member Features Creating space to breathe: trauma responsive support for adoptive parents by The Belay Foundation The calm after the storm: parenting when the adrenaline fades Keeping brothers and sisters together: parenting adopted siblings Surviving post adoption depression: our family's journey through struggle and hope Ionica Adriana: my Romanian reunion Why childcare experience matters for prospective adopters Finding families for children with disabilities News New online platform to improve access to records for adopted and care-experienced people Department for Education launches adoption support consultation Virtual Memory Box opens to families across north-east England Scottish government announces £15m funding for projects supporting families and care-experienced children Regulars Therapeutic parenting that works for us: the tooth fairy The heart of the matter: making contact with birth family as an adult The refuelling station: simple self-care for spring Parenting from a distance The adoption bookshelf: Trauma Proof: Healing, Attachment and the Science of Prevention auk updates Policy and public affairs Research AUK Talks AUK community groups and events Fundraising that feels good: why the best challenges are about sharing the moment FASD Hub: turning understanding into meaningful support Introducing Ashley Ryan, volunteer support coordinator Podcast In this episode of Family Matters, James talks with Daf, the writer and creator of BBC’s Lost Boys & Fairies. Together they explore adoption and representation on screen, the inspiration behind Lost Boys & Fairies, and how stories like Doctor Who can help adoptees make sense of identity, belonging and loss. They also discuss the importance of authentic storytelling, community, and continued support for adopted people beyond childhood. Listen to more episodes Useful Links Information and support serviceMembership areaCommunity groupsContact the editor Spring 2026 issue Adoption Today archive Family membership area Mobile friendly Welcome from Emily Welcome to our first ever digital issue of Adoption Today! We are moving with the times and linking our highly valued magazine more effectively with the full range of support we offer at Adoption UK. We want to make it as easy as possible for you to find out about all the support you’re entitled to as a member, including our community groups, training, online resources and virtual networks. You’ll find the same fantastic content- such as the Q and A with our PATH team about supporting adoptees to make contact with birth family. There is the latest news across the nations of the UK. We’re shining a spotlight on issues like post adoption depression. We curate expert advice from other organisations like the Belay Foundation. And we will still have tips on how to look after yourself when times are tough. I hope you enjoy reading this spring issue, Emily Frith CEO, Adoption UK Please note the articles below are exclusively for AUK members. Become a member Features Creating space to breathe: trauma responsive support for adoptive parents by The Belay Foundation The calm after the storm: parenting when the adrenaline fades Keeping brothers and sisters together: parenting adopted siblings Surviving post adoption depression: our family's journey through struggle and hope Ionica Adriana: my Romanian reunion Why childcare experience matters for prospective adopters Finding families for children with disabilities Regulars Therapeutic parenting that works for us: the tooth fairy The heart of the matter: making contact with birth family as an adult The refuelling station: simple self-care for spring Parenting from a distance The adoption bookshelf auk updates Policy and public affairs roundup Research roundup AUK Talks AUK community groups and events Fundraising that feels good: why the best challenges are about sharing the moment FASD Hub: turning understanding into meaningful support Introducing Ashley Ryan, Volunteer Support Coordinator News and updates New online platform to improve access to records for adopted and care-experienced people Department for Education launches adoption support consultation Virtual Memory Box opens to families across north-east England ScotGov Podcast In this episode of Family Matters, James talks with Daf, the writer and creator of BBC’s Lost Boys & Fairies. Together they explore adoption and representation on screen, the inspiration behind Lost Boys & Fairies, and how stories like Doctor Who can help adoptees make sense of identity, belonging and loss. They also discuss the importance of authentic storytelling, community, and continued support for adopted people beyond childhood. Listen to more episodes Useful Links Information and support service Membership area Community groups Contact the editor Manage Cookie Preferences