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AFA Online Educational Session

Don't forget to join The AFA for an online educational session, part of our Connections program. This is a wonderful opportunity to get your questions answered by leading physicians and professionals in the field, learn something new, and find support.

www.theafa.org/connections/chat.html

Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2006
Time: 8:00-9:00 PM (ET)
Guest Speaker: Michael Traister, M.D. NYU Children's Health Center, Health and Development of Adopted Children
Topic: Health and Development of Adopted Children

We look forward to your presence!
Warmly,
The AFA Staff

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Connections is made possible by an unrestricted educational grant from Serono, Inc., providers of Fertility LifeLines™. For more information, call 1-866-LETS-TRY or visit www.fertilitylifelines.com.

Free Teleconference Coaching Sessions

Phone based tele-coaching groups provide a convenient way for you to take part in a supportive and educational group experience from the comfort of your home or work place. These groups meet for one hour via a phone bridgeline. A bridgeline allows all participants to hear and speak with each other via the telephone. No special phone is required. All groups are led by licensed mental health professionals with an expertise and often personal experience in infertility treatment and/or adoption.

TOPIC: Considering Adoption

This tele-coaching support group is for couples and individuals who are exploring the possibility and “how to’s” of building a family via adoption. During this 1 hour conference call you will have the opportunity to receive clear information regarding adoption practices and domestic/international adoption options, explore the myths and challenges of domestic and international adoption, consider which options may be right for you, and learn about the role of birthparents in the adoption process. You will receive professional and peer support as you consider and learn about the adoption option.

WHEN: Thursday April 27
TIME: 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM, EST
FACILITATED BY: Bob Bamman, LCSW and Sara Barris, PsyD

For further information, please contact:
Bob Bamman, LCSW – Email: [email protected]
Sara Barris, PsyD – Email: [email protected]

Bob Bamman, LCSW and Sara Barris, PsyD are trained AFA coaching group leaders, adoption specialists, and adoptive parents.