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- Kids & Family
Adopting? If you’re like most adoptive parents, you will have many questions as you start your journey. Adopting! is a podcast for people considering, planning for, or trying to get answers about adoption.
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The Impact of Social Media on Adoption Matches
Social media has changed just about every aspect of our lives. Adoption is no exception. We talked on a previous episode about using social media for outreach to expectant moms with the goal of finding a match. Today, we’re going to talk about some other...
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Power Dynamics in Adoptive Parenting
A critical element of open adoption relationships - and one you may not have previously considered - is the power differential in the birth parent / adoptive parent relationship. This power differential is one that fluctuates over time and it can have a...
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Learning How To Keep Your Open Adoption Open
"Expect your plans to change. You don't know what your open adoption is going to look like for a lifetime. Don't worry about making plans for a year, or two years, or three. Just worry about the next three visits instead." - Linda Sexton, Open Adoption Pio...
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Adopting Out of State
Over the last few episodes, we’ve focused on openness in adoption – both in the immediate time of placement, shortly thereafter, and longer term. Today, we’re going to return to one element of the adoption process itself, and that’s the ICPC, which stand...
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Deciding If Adoption Is Right For You: Answers to Commonly Asked Questions As You Take The First Steps In Your Adoption Journey
Taking the first steps on your adoption journey can be an overwhelming experience. Whether you are transitioning from infertility or are considering adoption for other reasons, you'll undoubtedly have a lot of questions as you get started. This episode of...
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Adoption Myths Versus Realities: Moving Beyond Common Adoption Misinformation, Beliefs, and Myths To Adopt Successfully
This episode of Adopting! pulls back the curtain on everything you think you know about adoption from movies, media, and popular culture. Explore common adoption myths and the corresponding truths and realities. All too often misinformation and false facts...