Conversation & discussion on contemporary Adoption & Fostering
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Adoptive Parent Podcasts
A Foster Arizona podcast featuring Authentic Conversations with Real People talking all things Foster Care and beyond. Hosted by Kim and Brian Vehon.
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We are diving into the heart of adoption—sharing real stories, breaking down myths, and shining a light on how adoption can be done with love, integrity, and respect. Whether you're a birth parent, an adoptive family, adoptee, or just someone who wants to learn more, this is a safe space for honest conversations and meaningful connections. Join us while we explore the beautiful, complex, and life-changing world of ethical adoption.
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We can learn how to change adoption from the stories of those who have been touched by it.
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Adoption in Focus will discuss subjects including therapeutic parenting, the adoption process, going to panel, adopting older children, and adopting as a same sex couple. We'd love to hear from you if there are any topics you'd like to hear us discuss or even if you'd like to get involved and share your own experiences.
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We want to see people everywhere supporting the foster care community and experiencing Jesus together. So, in this podcast, we are sharing the stories of the foster care community to bring awareness that leads to action!
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Each episode will feature a conversation between host Rebecca Harvin and foster/adoptive caregivers or members of the community who support foster care and adoption.
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Our show highlights the remarkable ways God has shown up in the lives of our local foster families. Not only will you be inspired by the stories you hear, you will also learn valuable insight on becoming a foster parent and the invaluable resources that exist for current foster families. Ready to share YOUR story? Reach out to us!
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Are you thinking about adopting or fostering a child? Confused about all the options and wondering where to begin? Or are you an adoptive or foster parent or kinship caregiver trying to be the best parent possible to this precious child? This is the podcast for you! Every week, we interview leading experts for an hour, discussing the topics you care about in deciding whether to adopt/foster or how to be a better parent. This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are the national ...
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Choosing Adoption creates community for expectant and birth parents navigating one of life's most personal decisions. Host Donna Pope, Executive Director of Heart To Heart Adoptions with over 25 years of experience, provides space where your story matters and your voice is valued. Each episode features birth parents who share their journeys of challenges, growth, and healing after placement. If you're considering adoption or seeking connection in your ongoing experience, this podcast offers ...
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Adoption Utah cuts through the confusion surrounding Utah's adoption system with real stories and expert guidance. Host Donna Pope, Executive Director of Heart To Heart Adoptions, brings 25+ years of experience to every episode exploring what makes Utah America's premier adoption destination. Each episode reveals the cultural and demographic forces that set Utah apart through unique family structures and faith-based community support. Discover the statistics, stories, and surprising factors ...
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Formerly the Parenting after Trauma podcast, internationally recognized children's mental health expert Robyn Gobbel decodes the most baffling behaviors for parents of kids with vulnerable nervous systems. If you're parenting a child who has experienced trauma or toxic stress or a child with a neuroimmune disorder, sensory processing, or other nervous system vulnerability, this show will let you know you are not alone. You can stop playing behavior whack-a-mole because Robyn offers you tools ...
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Hey sweet friends! My name is Christy Young, and I’m a wife, homeschool mom of six, foster/adoptive parent, former lawyer, Christ-follower and LOVE encouraging other women in Christ! My aim is to encourage women to lead Gospel-saturated lives with courage and tenacity, willing to sacrifice and step into challenging circumstances and situations - empowered by God’s grace and equipped by His Spirit!
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Pardon the Mess with Courtney DeFeo - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian Kids
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As parents, we know raising kids is the opposite of neat and tidy. Each day brings wins, losses and valuable lessons. Pardon the Mess is a place where we discuss parenting and faith in a biblical, approachable and relatable way. We may cry and laugh while we learn and grow together in our beautiful mess. Pardon the Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org
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Stories about the surprises and absurdities of raising other humans—and being raised by them. But you don’t need to be a parent to listen. Created and hosted by Hillary Frank. The Longest Shortest Time is back after a 5-year hiatus! New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Join LST+ for community, ad-free listening, and access to You Know What, our premium show featuring college students speaking candidly about sex, dating, and relationships. If you’re new to the show or want to get reacquai ...
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Voices of Adoption amplifies authentic stories from across the adoption triad - birth parents, adoptees, and adoptive families - along with adoption service providers. Host Donna Pope, Executive Director of Heart To Heart Adoptions and Clinical Mental Health Counselor and her co-host Nathan Gwilliam, founder & former CEO of Adoption.com, create a safe space for honest conversations about the complexities of adoption. Birth parents share their journeys of love, loss, and healing. Adoptees dis ...
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Adoption and fostering chat with people who’ve done it, from the UK’s LGBTQ+ adoption and fostering charity, New Family Social.
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Foster Parent Well is the go-to podcast for foster and adoptive parents who are navigating the complexities of parenting children with trauma while trying to stay sane in the process. Hosted by Nicole T Barlow, a foster and adoptive mom of six, parent trainer, and wellness coach, this podcast is where faith, resilience, and practical strategies come together. If you're feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or just plain exhausted from the daily realities of foster care and adoption—you're not alon ...
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FAB untold stories integrates story telling, research, and expert interviews to shed light on the complexity of foster care, adoption, youth homelessness, and related social work and urban topics, with the ultimate goal of raising awareness and building a more compassionate world. The host, Dr. Zayda Sorrell Medina, is a professor, social scientist, and author. Her research includes the study of the foster, adopt, homeless youth community, and she is also a former foster and homeless youth a ...
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Education in Focus is our brand new podcast looking at all things education. Our training manager Leigh is joined by our two education experts Jason and Lisa. Each episode discusses a new topic based around education and issues our adopted children might face. We really hope you enjoy the episodes.
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Called to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted Children
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Whether you seek to add to your family through foster care, private domestic adoption or you are called to travel internationally, every adoption story is uniquely beautiful. Yet, each shares a common language of calling, loss, and hardship. As Christian parents we have a deep desire to love and shepherd our children well, but it can be challenging to navigate loss, trauma and how to best love and guide our adopted children. One thing is for sure, adoption is more than a process, it is an in ...
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ADOPTION STRUGGLES AND SUPPORT | Adoption Trauma, Parenting Guides, Biblical Encouragement, Respite, Anxiety Bible Verses
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The Go-to Podcast for Struggling Adoptive Parents Who Need Biblical Encouragement In Their Parenting Journey! **Top 2% Globally Ranked Podcast** **Top 15 Best Adoptive Mom Podcast – MillionPodcasts ** **Top 50 Christian Parenting Podcast** Did you finally realize your dream of having a family only to have your happily ever after turn into a nightmare? Are you constantly second-guessing your parenting, anxious about whether your child will make good choices and remain faithful? Have you negle ...
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Host Sandra Flach is a mom of 8 children, 5 through adoption—one kinship and 4 international. Her youngest 2 are teens diagnosed with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). With over 30 years of parenting experience and 20 plus years as an adoptive and kinship parent, she’s made mountains of mistakes and learned loads of lessons. She understands the difficult road of parenting children with trauma histories—and she is still in the trenches! The Adoption & Foster Care Journey is a podcast ...
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Parenting for Faith exists to equip and encourage parents to raise God-connected children and teens. In the podcast, the Parenting for Faith team offer ideas and tools, answer questions, review books, host interviews and panel discussions. Discover our free course for churches and more at https://parentingforfaith.org Parenting for Faith is part of BRF, a registered charity.
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At Tap’d, we help you make sense of the Future of Work, making technology understandable and easy to adopt. Our HR experience and consultancy = Your performance.
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ADOPTION MATTERS: Real People, Real Life, Real Talk
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Welcome to ADOPTION MATTERS, a podcast with real people sharing real life stories and getting real about adoption from all three perspectives of the adoption triad. I'm Kim Noeth, one of your co-hosts, and a birth mother, along with Sharon Butler Obazee, an adoptee and Sally Ankerfelt, an adoptive parent. Together we explore difficult topics and share frank conversations guided by our commitment to truth-telling and truth-seeking. In each episode we discuss important issues using adoption at ...
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This podcast is being brought to you by the Centre of Excellence in Child Trauma and we are committed to providing people living and working with child trauma with proven strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes for families.
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Mac Watson Talks voted BEST PODCAST by Phoenix Magazine's 2022 Best of the Valley Readers' Poll. We explore current events through emotional connections, real-life experiences, and humor.
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I was born and raised in India and my kids are born and being raised in Australia. We talk about challenges and wins of parents, raising kids, cultural differences, life lessons and much more in this podcast. Please note that this podcast will be in Hindi and English mix to connect with the resident and non-resident Indian diaspora. You can follow and DM us through our Instagram page: @indianbornaussiebred
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The Pet Parent Hotline | Pet Parent Advice & Support for Overwhelmed Pet Parents
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You thought a pet would be the perfect addition to your life. Instead, your bank account’s drained, your dog won’t stop barking, your cat’s peeing everywhere, and your house is such a disaster you can’t have friends over. You’ve shelled out for trainers and followed your vet’s advice, and you’re still up at 2 a.m. scrolling for answers and wondering how long you can keep trying to meet your pet’s needs while ignoring your own. Many pet podcasts dish out advice like you’ve got endless time, m ...
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The Family Roots Podcast is a podcast about parenting and mental health. Hosted by two child and family therapists, we dive deep into all the topics and questions that parents may have. We talk about how to raise emotionally healthy, resilient kids and how to take care of your own mental health as a parent.
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The Missouri Department of Social Services is proud to present The Call to Foster, a heartwarming new podcast series that features inspiring stories from foster parents across the state. Each episode will highlight their unique experiences and perspectives, how they overcame hesitations, and provide helpful advice for anyone considering becoming a foster parent. Prepare your heart as you hear first-hand from the compassionate families and individuals working together to make a difference for ...
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Eternal Family Adoptions explores the sacred journey of building forever families through faith-centered adoption. Host Donna Pope, Executive Director of Heart To Heart Adoptions, brings 25+ years of experience to every conversation, alongside co-host Nathan Gwilliam, founder and former CEO of Adoption.com. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints share their stories of divine guidance, spiritual preparation, and eternal connections formed through adoption. Birth parents di ...
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I'm Gerad and welcome to my podcast. Over the past thirty years as a psychotherapist and Acupuncture Master, I've worked with thousands of patients to help them find an inner balance and unblock the obstacles that prevent them from choosing the right direction of their own lives. Now, I'm bringing my straight-talking approach to my podcast series where I cut to the chase with my guests about the reasons they get stuck, make poor choices and get in their own way. If you are ready for the unva ...
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Candid discussions about the experiences, challenges and triumphs of adoptive parents of color. Hosted by Malaika Parker, Director of the Adoptive Parents of Color Collaborative a project of Pact, an adoption alliance.
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Welcome to The Foster Friendly Podcast. We’re bringing foster care closer to home by sharing stories from the front lines. We're talking with former foster youth, foster parents and others who are finding unique and powerful ways to dramatically improve the experiences and outcomes for kids in foster care. The Foster Friendly podcast is brought to you by America’s Kids Belong, a nonprofit that helps kids in foster care find belonging in both family and community.
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I’m currently on the roller-coaster ride of single parenting an adopted teenage son. Join me each week as I share my lived experience by starting with a confession, in the hopes of normalizing the complex issues that often come with parenting an adopted child.
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Real stories about the joys and challenges of the adoption journey. You'll hear from parents and families who've been through infant and international adoption, foster-to-adopt, and even embryo adoption. These inspiring stories are told from the perspective of the adoptee, birth parent or adoptive parent.
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Fathernetics – A podcast for fathers, by fathers. Exploring fatherhood from all angles, specifically the LGBTQ+ perspective, we dive into parenting, relationships, and victories—all with real, unfiltered conversations. We challenge the roles of Fathersl whether you’re a biological dad, stepdad, adoptive parent, or Mom just stepping into a fatherly role, this space is for you. Because fatherhood isn’t one-size-fits-all. 🎙️ Hosted by Jameel Mayers 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @fathernetics 📢 New ...
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All about the struggles, surprises, joys, and exhaustion of birth and birthwork. Sharing stories about birth, birthwork, and everything it entails - infertility, miscarriage, pregnancy, labor and delivery, bottle feeding, breastfeeding & relactation, self-care after birth, sex to get pregnant and after kids, birth options, to medicate or not to medicate, adoption, midwife vs hospital, and running a successful birthwork business.
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From babyhood to school age, through the teenage years and ultimately adulthood, Adoption: The Long View explores all aspects of the adoption journey with a variety of articulate and thought-provoking guests.
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The Coffee + Crumbs Podcast is your companion for kitchen cleanups, stroller walks, or the daily carpool hustle. Join hosts Ashlee Gadd and Katie Blackburn as they chat about the beautiful, holy work of motherhood. We hope you leave this show feeling safe, known, encouraged and loved.
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Welcome to "Real Fertility Talk," the podcast where we dive deep into the heartfelt and often complex journey to parenthood. Whether you’re facing infertility, exploring surrogacy, considering egg donation, or simply seeking guidance on your reproductive health, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Join us as we share real stories from people just like you—stories of struggle, hope, and resilience. We’ll feature expert interviews with doctors, counselors, and fertility specialist ...
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Unraveling Adoption, hosted by adoptive parent Beth Syverson, is a safe space to delve into adoption's complexities together.
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204 – 5 Encouraging Bible Verses to Guide Adoptive Parents Through Life’s Fog
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How do you navigate through the fog of life? I would like to suggest you consider relying on Someone with a better vantage point ✨. Someone who can shine the light on your path. Hi Neighbor, Adoptive life can feel foggy, uncertain, and overwhelming. Sometimes the best way forward is to slow down, trust a higher perspective 🙏, and let go of needing …
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Welcome to the Called to Love Podcast! This week I am joined with author and busy mom, friend of the show, Molly DeFrank! Molly is the proud mom of six kids, ages ranging from teenagers to young ones, both biological and adopted. Her family has also fostered children, and her two adopted kids came first from fostering. In this episode, we are talki…
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Episode 494 - Fear to Love Parenting with Adult Adoptee Bryan Post
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"There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. We love because He first loved us.” -John 4:18-19 Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster …
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How to Connect with an Expectant Parent During Pregnancy - Weekend Wisdom
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: I have listened to hundreds of adoption-related podcast episodes, but very few of them have talked about talking directly with a potential birth mother. We were matched with an expectant mother who wanted to be able to communicate with us directly. We agreed, believing tha…
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Growing the dynasty through adoption with Jessica Robertson
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We’ve got another great episode here at Pardon The Mess with Jessica Robertson. In this conversation, Jessica shares about her journey of faith, family and the importance of adoption. She reflects on her upbringing in a Christian home, the legacy of her father-in-law Phil Robertson, and the values instilled in her family. Jessica discusses the emot…
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Breaking Down IEPs: A Foster Parent's Guide to School Advocacy
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Educational advocate Trina Middleton shares her 30+ years of special education experience to help parents navigate the complex world of school advocacy for children with special needs, particularly in foster and adoptive families. • Recognizing red flags in struggling students: lack of motivation to learn, resistance to reading, and inability to co…
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Fostering or Adopting as a Single Man - Weekend Wisdom
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Questions: I am a 58 single man and I am considering fostering. My first question is how much of a bias is there against men? What are the unique challenges that single foster dads face that discourage so many? What can we do to get more single foster dads to help families reunify, …
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Churchill Fellowship - Tracy Moisan Director of the National Consortium on AFCCA, Canada
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Hello and welcome to this follow on episode of my Churchill Fellowship. In this episode I speak to Tracy Moisan from Canada who is the national director of the National Consortium on Aggression Towards Family / Caregivers in Childhood & Adolescence (AFCCA). The Consortium exists to increase awareness of AFCCA across Canada, to amplify the voices of…
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From Beyoncé to Baby Harrison – Shawn & Tyler’s Story of Adoption
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In this episode, Shawn and Tyler (@shawnandtylerb) kick things off with stories from their trip to see Beyoncé live in Houston. I jump in with my own memories of meeting Beyoncé a few times at church—alongside Kelly Rowland—back in the day. We explore how their different upbringings shaped them: Shawn grew up without a dad in his life, while Tyler …
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Practical ways moms can pray with Jodie Berndt
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It’s time for another school year. I am sure you’ve shopped for backpacks and school supplies and all of the things. Have you made a plan for how you will pray for your kids this year? I would argue it’s one of the most important things you can do for your family. Today’s guest is prayer warrior, author, TV host, speaker and Bible teacher, Jodie Be…
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On this episode of Eternal Family Adoptions with hosts Donna Pope and Nathan Gwilliam, Derek Williams was studying 18 hours a day for the bar exam when he got the call - his future daughter would be born in just three weeks. As an adoption attorney who has helped hundreds of families, Derek shares his own journey of building a family through two op…
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In this episode of Voices of Adoption, hosts Donna Pope and Nathan Gwilliam interview Julie Ryan McGue, whose medical needs at 52 sparked a transformative search journey with her identical twin sister. Their five-year quest through Illinois's evolving adoption system led to wonderful discoveries, including their Native American heritage and connect…
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S1. Ep. 17: Parties that Leave An Impact | Changing Lives Through Selfless Charity & Celebration
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"His little face was just pressed up against the glass." Dr. Vickie Smith recounts the very first GLYP (God Loves You Party) she ever hosted and how excited and overjoyed this little boy felt knowing the party was "just for him". He didn't have much; his mother just asked for a coat for the winter so they wouldn't be cold. But they received so much…
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Transformed: From Foster Care to Miss Kentucky with Ariana Rodriguez
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In this episode of the Foster Friendly Podcast, hosts Travis Vangsnes and Courtney Williams interview Ariana Rodriguez, Miss Kentucky 2025. Ariana shares her inspiring journey from being a homeless child in foster care to winning the title of Miss Kentucky! She discusses her advocacy work through The Lucky Ones Foundation, which aims to empower you…
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LST FAVES: It's A Real Mother, Part 2: Ideal Worker
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Why do stock images of working moms look frazzled, while stock images of working dads just look like... guys at work? Author Brigid Schulte gets to the heart of why discrimination against working moms is so deeply embedded in our culture—and what we can do to change it. ⭐️ This episode originally ran on November 8, 2017 as a part of our critically …
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How Do We Handle Weed and Vaping While Raising Adopted, Foster, and Relative Kids?
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Are you educated and informed on the issues around weed and vaping, including THC, nicotine, and the signs of addiction? Listen to this interview with Dr. Krishna White. She is an attending physician at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, with board certifications in Pediatrics…
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104 - Adopting an older child as older adopters
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Robin and James were in their late 40s when they decided it was time to adopt. They talk about how they overcame the negative messages they'd received, as children, about gay people. They discuss their decision to adopt an older child, why they'd recommend this to others, and how they helped their son when he faced homophobic bullying.…
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Moving Toward More Educated Adoption Conversations With Jean Widner
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Jean Widner's adoptee story doesn't start dramatically. She was raised in a stable home with adoptive parents who offered her the basic support that children need to have. As she grew and learned more about her own story and the stories of others in the adoption community, she started to understand how complex adoption can truly be for everyone inv…
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EP 235: Parenting in Chronic Protection Mode
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Parenting kids with vulnerable nervous systems often means that parents and caregivers are living in a state of chronic chaos and danger. Even if the behaviors aren’t ‘that bad,’ it’s dysregulating to live with someone in chronic protection mode. In this episode, I take a closer look at how polyvagal theory helps us understand the nervous system’s …
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Summary: In this episode, Brian and Kim dive into the struggles parents face when life feels stuck in worry about our kids, our future, and the unknown. Drawing inspiration from Dr. Edith Eger’s wisdom, they remind us that “you’re going to be 50 anyways,” so why not keep moving toward growth and possibility? Together, they unpack what it means to g…
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A Look at Foster Care Through the Lens of a Former Foster Youth: Brianna’s Journey
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Brianna Groah and her former case manager Kinsey Howell share the raw reality of foster care from the perspective of a child who lived through it. With honesty and vulnerability, they reveal what makes the difference between mere survival and genuine healing in the system. • Life before foster care included living in tents in the Florida woods afte…
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Winter’s Stillness: The Water Element and the Power of Rest | Bonus
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As a Bonus episode on our The Power Of Choice Podcast, you can listen to Water/Winter season episode and learn all about the season and its corresponding element. Water/Winter mirrors the deep stillness of winter — a time for rest, replenishment and trust in the unknown. It holds the power of potential and the wisdom of retreat.…
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Bringing Home a New Cat? Build Trust Fast With the CATS Method
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That friendly, purring shelter cat you fell in love with can sometimes turn into a ghost or even a hissy ball of nerves the moment you get them home. It’s not rejection. It’s survival mode. And how you handle those first few days sets the tone for your entire relationship. Even if you don't have a cat, many aspects of these steps toward acclimating…
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What Your Child's Therapist Wants You to Know
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Ever been curious what your child's therapist wants you to know? Kaleigh and Stephanie talk about what we wish parents knew and the most important messages we try to give to parents about their child's therapy.By Family Roots Therapy
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Churchill Fellowship update: Karine Tremblay - Filial Trauma
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Hello and welcome to conversations from the A&F podcast. A few months ago I was contacted by Karine Tremblay an adoptive parent, social worker and researcher in relation to her work on the impact of living with children with challenging and aggressive behaviour. So, we arranged to speak, it’s a conversation and topic that sits really comfortably wi…
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203 – Why Do Good People Suffer? 3 Hidden Benefits for Adoptive Parents
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Why do bad things happen to good people? Sometimes the answer can only be seen through the perspective of time ⏳. Hi Neighbor! In this episode, we’ll dive into the story of Joseph in Genesis 📖 and see how time gave him clarity on why he suffered the things he did. We’ll also explore 1 Corinthians and Romans to discover 3 powerful benefits of why go…
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Louis and Sean Talk Surrogacy, the Canadian Way, Eh!
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In this episode of Fathernetics, Louis & Sean takes us through the winding path of becoming a father via surrogacy in Canada. From the early days of uncertainty — paperwork, waiting lists, and emotional hurdles — to the life‑changing moment he held his child for the first time, Sean’s story is as real and raw as it gets. He shares what surprised hi…
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Her Own Birth Experience, Her Mom After She Gave Birth, Psychologist & Writer - Gloria Vanderhorst - S7 E69
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My parenting journey starts with my birth when my own mother was screaming at the sight of me. Helping others to parent has been an integral part of my professional life. Using the latest and best therapy techniques marks my current work to help others heal from injuries delivered by their parents. Writing about parenting and personal growth is my …
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In this continuing episode of Eternal Family Adoptions, Hosts Donna Pope and Nathan Gwilliam, Dr. Holly Richardson continues to share her extraordinary journey of adopting 20 children from seven countries spanning two decades. Dr Holly reveals the unvarnished truth about international adoption, special needs children, and long-term realities that a…
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S1 Ep. 16: Nurturing Creativity and Confidence — The Power of Art and Music with Heather Tipps
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In this vibrant and heartfelt conversation, Heather Tipps, owner of En Route Academy of the Arts, opens up about the transformative role of creativity in children’s lives—and how a single supportive environment can ignite lifelong growth. Drawing from a rich family legacy of music, ministry, and teaching, Heather and her sister envisioned an academ…
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Episode 19 ADOPTION MATTERS: Real People, Real Life, Real Talk with Guest Sharon McNamara, Ed. D.,
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Join co-hosts, adoption coaches, and triad members Kim Noeth, Sally Ankerfelt and Sharon Butler Obazee, for a poignant and informative discussion with this month's special guest, adoptee and developmental psychologist, Sharon McNamara. Sharon shares her own personal story as well as her work with members of the adoption constellation. Adopted peopl…
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Fostering to Adoption to Advocacy: Building Stronger Communities with Greg and Valerie Buccola
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In this episode of the Foster Friendly Podcast, host Brian and co-host Travis welcome Greg and Valerie, a couple who have made a significant impact in the foster care community. They share their journey of becoming foster parents, the challenges and joys of raising four adopted children, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversation touch…
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Eight years ago, Matt Katz came on the show after nervously revealing to his 5-year-old daughter that the man she thought was his biological father was not, in fact, his biological father. But Matt would later learn that the truth about his biological father was much more complicated than he even realized. As he followed the twists and turns of thi…
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Understanding the Hague Treaty on Intercountry Adoption
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Are you considering adopting internationally? You need to listen to this interview about the laws and processes that you will be required to follow. We'll be talking with Kelly Dempsey, a partner with Fox Rothschild, who specializes in adoption and assisted reproduction. She is a fe…
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Send us a text “Dear Partner…” Dear partner, I know you’re trying. Even if you don’t always know what to say. Even if you feel completely helpless watching someone you love go through this. I know you’re scared, too. Even if you don’t show it. Even if you feel like you can’t show it because you’re trying to be the strong one. But here’s the thing—t…
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Things I Wish My OB Told Me Before I Started TTC
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Send us a text Things I Wish My OB Told Me Before Trying to Conceive In episode six of Real Fertility Talk, host Tawny Maya delves into the important information that many individuals wish they had known before starting their journey to conceive (TTC). Tawny discusses commonly overlooked aspects such as the importance of understanding one's body, t…
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"You have to know it's not gonna be easy."
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In this episode, Shasta, Jessica, and Ashton chat with Katie Tipton, a former foster youth who shares her experience and advice for current and future foster parents. Katie shares a lot of insight about the trauma a child coming into care might have and she encourages caregivers to remember that kids in care essentially come with a resume, but it i…
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Today we sit down with two incredible women, both Licensed Social Workers from the A Guardian Angel Adoption Agency, who walk alongside our birth moms during some of the most emotional, complex, and courageous moments of their lives. They aren't just professionals, they are compassionate listeners, fierce advocates, and steady hands in the storm. I…
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Your legacy isn’t built someday—it’s built right now. Every conversation, every act of love, every moment of obedience to God stacks up to tell the story of your life. In this episode of Coffee Chats with Christy, we talk about living fully present and engaged in each moment, because how you live your “now” is the legacy you leave for your children…
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5 Ways to Help Your Child Recover After Dysregulation
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Welcome to the Called to Love Podcast! This is the fifth and final episode in this summer series breaking down how to emotionally regulate your household, tips that I have learned and personally used and hope will benefit you. Specifically, this episode wraps up our series as I talk about five ways you can recover after a dysregulation incident. Th…
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