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Walk Together
Walk Together focuses entirely on adoption in the UK, supporting mothers, fathers, children, and anyone connected to the adoption journey. We understand that adoption can be emotional, complex, rewarding, and challenging all at once, and our aim is to create a space where every part of that experience is acknowledged.
We publish weekly blogs covering everything and anything to do with adoption: family life, identity, attachment, school, trauma, birth family contact, and the realities of parenting before, during, and after adoption. If there’s a topic you’d love us to explore or an area where you feel more guidance is needed, please get in touch. We’d be very happy to add your ideas to our content plan.
Tackling the January blues at home | Supporting family life through the long weeks
January often brings a noticeable shift in family life. Social plans fall away, routines resume, and households spend more time together inside.
Jan 94 min read
Talking about adoption without turning it into “the talk”
Perhaps the most important thing to remember is that adoption conversations do not succeed or fail based on wording alone. They are shaped by relationship, consistency, and emotional safety.
Dec 26, 20257 min read
Finding families for children with disabilities: Introducing the South West Permanence Project
This blog is for anyone considering adoption who may not yet realise that they could be the right match for a child with disabilities. You do not need specialist qualifications or medical expertise. You simply need openness, compassion, and a willingness to learn, qualities many adoptive parents already bring.
Nov 20, 20253 min read
Autism in adopted children: Understanding the sensory, social and emotional layers
Autism sits within the broader concept of neurodiversity, which recognises that all brains develop and function differently. Just as there is diversity in culture, personality, and learning style, there is diversity in neurology. Neurodiversity includes autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and more - all reflecting natural variation in human cognition.
Nov 14, 202510 min read
It takes a village: How extended relatives can nurture adopted children
Being part of an adoptive family isn’t about walking on eggshells or memorising rules. It’s about understanding that every interaction you have - every calm hello, every kept promise - becomes part of how a child learns to feel safe.
Oct 17, 20257 min read
Pets and adoption: The surprising role animals can play in a child’s healing
Research has shown that the human-animal bond goes far beyond affection. Animals can support attachment, regulate stress responses, and even influence the chemistry of the human body.
Oct 10, 20259 min read
Understanding attachment styles in children: What every parent should know
This blog explores the four main attachment styles: secure, insecure-avoidant, insecure-ambivalent (sometimes called resistant), and disorganised. For each one, we look at where it comes from, the science behind it, how it may present in children’s daily lives, and examples of why it might develop - not only through trauma but also through ordinary family circumstances.
Oct 3, 202511 min read
Adoption advice for supporting your child’s questions about their past
This blog is not about life story tools or theory. Instead, it is about the everyday reality of adoption: the conversations that happen in real time, when a child looks you in the eye and asks something you may not be ready for. Here, we share practical adoption advice grounded in the experiences of UK families, what has worked for them, what they wish they had known earlier, and how you can prepare yourself to respond with honesty and care.
Sep 19, 20254 min read
How adoptive parents can talk about difficult or unknown parts of their child’s story
This article offers adoptive parent advice grounded in developmental psychology, attachment theory, and trauma-informed research. Rather than broad suggestions, you will find concrete, emotionally safe strategies to use when creating or revisiting a life book with your child. These approaches help children process emotions, ask questions, and hold uncertainty, while strengthening their relationship with you as their adoptive parent.
Sep 12, 20256 min read
Adoption on screen: What cinema gets wrong (and why it matters)
In this blog, we explore how adoption is portrayed in popular films - from the negative tropes that persist in cinema to the rare but valuable stories that get it right.
Aug 22, 20259 min read
Why sensory regulation matters: Helping adopted children thrive through body-based practices
Sensory regulation is the ability to process and respond to sensory information. It plays a critical role in how children feel, behave, and connect. For adopted children, especially those who have experienced early adversity, this regulation process is often disrupted. Understanding why can help you meet their needs with more clarity and compassion.
Aug 15, 20257 min read
What regulation really means for adopted children: A neuroscience -informed guide for parents
egulation, or the ability to manage our emotions and body states, is not just a behavioural skill. It is deeply biological, shaped by the brain, nervous system, and critically our earliest relationships. For adopted children, especially those who have experienced early adversity, regulation can look and feel different. This blog explores why.
Aug 8, 20255 min read
The impact of early life nutrition on adopted children’s development
The food a child receives (or does not receive) during their earliest years can profoundly shape not only their physical health, but also their cognitive development, emotional regulation, and long-term wellbeing.
Apr 6, 20256 min read
Adoption and the LGBTQ+ community | Building families beyond traditional norms
This blog explores the journey of LGBTQ+ adoption, from historical challenges to modern-day progress.
Mar 1, 20255 min read
Adoption in the digital age: Navigating social media and privacy concerns
The rise of social media has transformed the way we connect, communicate, and share information.
Feb 21, 20257 min read
Navigating open adoption: Building healthy relationships between birth and adoptive families
In open adoption, the level of contact can vary greatly depending on the agreement between the birth and adoptive families.
Jan 11, 20254 min read
Adopting internationally: Challenges, processes, and cultural considerations
Children eligible for international adoption often come from challenging backgrounds, including trauma, neglect, or institutional care.
Jan 5, 20254 min read
The power of storybooks in adoptive families: a spotlight on 'Storydo'
A personalised story can put a child at the centre of the narrative, creating a sense of ownership and belonging that generic books often la
Dec 17, 20243 min read
Navigating the festive season with an adopted child
The sights, sounds, and smells of Christmas can act as powerful sensory triggers, resurfacing memories from a time before adoption.
Dec 11, 20245 min read
Understanding the critical period
Building trust and attachment in adopted children can be a gradual process, especially for those who have experienced early disruptions.
Oct 25, 20248 min read
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