The Cradle offers a series of workshops to support families connected through adoption. These are open to any family, whether they adopted through The Cradle or not.

Registration Information:
Fees:   $20 per person per workshop, $10 for second family member; non-refundable.

Pre-registration is requested: register online below or register by calling  (847) 475-5800 ext. 3208 to ensure a seat; space is limited. If you register online, plan to arrive a bit early and bring payment – cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover accepted.

Walk - in registration times: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start time.
We regret that babysitting is not available; programs are not appropriate for children.

Do you have questions about how to care for your child's skin and hair? Join us for
a "hands on" seminar on afro-textured hair and skin care. Participants will learn basic
techniques such as shampooing, conditioning and hair styling. Instructors will also provide
information about the differences between naturally textured hair styles (such as braids, twists
and afros) versus chemically treated hair styles (such as relaxers and texturizers), appropriate
hair tools and accessories for naturally textured hair. Instructors will also discuss how and when
to seek professional hair care for children. Participants will be provided with online and retail
resources for hair care products and styling techniques. The seminar will also include information
on caring for the skin of African and African American children including informationon addressing
dry skin and eczema.

3 hours of DCFS Foster Care Training/Hague Compliant

How to Embrace Your Child’s Culture: Living in a Cross Cultural Adoption for a Lifetime Saturday, October 16, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 12:00pm The Cradle, 2049 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 View directions to this location Guest speaker: Myra Lawrence, PsyD, Child Psychologist and CEO & Clinical Director of Shared Vision. Moderated Panel of Domestic & International Adoptive Parents

For families formed by adoption it’s likely parents and children don’t look alike. As a
result, questions, comments and even stares from complete strangers, as well as
acquaintances are inevitable. It is also likely that your child will experience prejudice,
even though you might not feel it. These experiences will occur throughout your
child’s life with different issues coming up at different ages. It is important to consider
how you will respond to different situations and how you can support your child.
Come hear from and share with other families in your similar situation.

Learn from the personal experiences of parents who adopted transracially who
will address these questions:

• How should I respond to comments and questions?
• How can I help my child respond to comments and questions?
• How can I help my child identify with his or her race and culture?
• How can I be sensitive to and help prepare my child for racism in the world, be it
towards him or her personally or their race in general?

2 hours of DCFS Foster Care Training/Hague Aligned

Same Gender Legal Issues in Adoption Saturday, November 6, 2010 9:30 - 11:30am The Cradle, 2049 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 View directions to this location Guest speaker: Rosemary Mulryan, adoption attorney

Families formed through adoption face unique challenges that other families don’t. It is
important to be aware of what some of the legal issues are and what to consider when
estate planning. Rosemary Mulryan, an experienced adoption attorney who has worked
with many same-gender families, will share her insights on such topics as:

• The legal adoption process
• Legal implications of last names
• Health insurance
• Traveling
• Guardianship
• Estate planning

Adoptive families will also share their practical experience.

2 hours of DCFS Foster Care Training

Edited - December 23, 2009

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