Kandace and Callie answer listener questions in this season 4 FINALE!  We talk attachment, 2nd adoptions, how covid is impacting the adoption world, talking with siblings about adoption details and much more! Thank you to all of our listeners this season, we so appreciate the support and community!  Find Us: instagram.com/adoptionhacks facebook.com/adoptionhacks   ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Kandace and Callie answer listener questions in this season 4 FINALE!  We talk attachment, 2nd adoptions, how covid is impacting the adoption world, talking with siblings about adoption details and much more! Thank you to all of our listeners this season, we so appreciate the support and community!  Find Us: <a href="http://instagram.com/adoptionhacks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/adoptionhacks</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/adoptionhacks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/adoptionhacks</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

78. Q&A with Kandace and Callie

This is such an important topic! Todays guest is Cara Peper. It was so wonderful to get to chat with Cara, she’s an adoptive mom of 2 little ones. as you’ll hear she’s so honest and vulnerable about her story. Something that I know I didn’t anticipate after placement was post placement guilt and anxiety. We’ve talked this show before about post placement depression but this is a little different. And we’re going to get into what it is, and if its something you are experiencing I hope this helps you know you are not alone.  We have a Q&amp;A episode coming up! So send us ALL your questions! You can DM us on Instagram or Facebook @adoptionhacks email us at adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com or send us a voice memo that could be featured on the show! anchor.fm/adoptionhacks This weeks episode is sponsored by Kindred + Co! Kindred + Co. is a brave adoption community that lifts stories from all sides in the adoption triad. Kindred believes that sharing stories is a powerful way to understand and education on the complexities of adoption. Kindred and Co. desires to see relationships built within the adoption triad. Kindred hosts online coffee hours, in person retreats and hopefully will be launching their first conference in the near future. Weekly, you can find blogs written by all sides of the triad at www.kindredand.co/blog Kindred + Co. also creates modern, custom adoption profile books for prospective adoptive parents. Kindred + Co. was the first profile book provider to have a birth mom on their team that educates clients on language and best practices for making your profiebook. Kindred helps you make a book that you can feel proud to present - while making sure that every expectant mom that flips through your book feels seen and respected. To learn more you can visiting www.kindredand.co - and following Kindred + Co.  on instagram @kindredand.co Find Us: instragram.com/adoptionhacks facebook.com/adoptionhacks Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

This is such an important topic! Todays guest is Cara Peper. It was so wonderful to get to chat with Cara, she’s an adoptive mom of 2 little ones. as you’ll hear she’s so honest and vulnerable about her story. Something that I know I didn’t anticipate after placement was post placement guilt and anxiety. We’ve talked this show before about post placement depression but this is a little different. And we’re going to get into what it is, and if its something you are experiencing I hope this helps you know you are not alone.  We have a Q&amp;A episode coming up! So send us ALL your questions! You can DM us on Instagram or Facebook @adoptionhacks email us at adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com or send us a voice memo that could be featured on the show! <a href="https://anchor.fm/adoptionhacks" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">anchor.fm/adoptionhacks</a> This weeks episode is sponsored by Kindred + Co! Kindred + Co. is a brave adoption community that lifts stories from all sides in the adoption triad. Kindred believes that sharing stories is a powerful way to understand and education on the complexities of adoption. Kindred and Co. desires to see relationships built within the adoption triad. Kindred hosts online coffee hours, in person retreats and hopefully will be launching their first conference in the near future. Weekly, you can find blogs written by all sides of the triad at <a href="http://www.kindredand.co/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.kindredand.co/blog</a> Kindred + Co. also creates modern, custom adoption profile books for prospective adoptive parents. Kindred + Co. was the first profile book provider to have a birth mom on their team that educates clients on language and best practices for making your profiebook. Kindred helps you make a book that you can feel proud to present - while making sure that every expectant mom that flips through your book feels seen and respected. To learn more you can visiting <a href="http://www.kindredand.co" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.kindredand.co</a> - and following Kindred + Co.  on instagram @kindredand.co Find Us: <a href="https://instagram.com/adoptionhacks" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">instragram.com/adoptionhacks</a> <a href="https://facebook.com/adoptionhacks" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/adoptionhacks</a> Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

77. Post Adoption Guilt and Anxiety with Cara Peper

On todays show we are talking with Sharon from Gift of Adoption. Gift of Adoption (GOA) is a national charity that provides grants to complete the adoptions of vulnerable children – giving them permanent families and the chance to thrive. Founded in 1996, GOA is celebrating 25 years, $11.5 million in adoption funding and 3,900 children home for good (as of June 2021). If you are new to this adoption world there are usually so many questions surrounding fundraising and adoption grants, so we wanted to talk with an organization to hear how it works, what are they looking for, and how to apply.  Find out more of what Gift of Adoption is doing and your local chapter here:  https://giftofadoption.org/ In a couple weeks we are going to do a Q&amp;A episode! So send us ALL your questions! You can DM us on Instagram or Facebook @adoptionhacks email us at adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com or send us a voice memo that could be featured on the show! anchor.fm/adoptionhacks Find Us: instragram.com/adoptionhacks facebook.com/adoptionhacks Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

On todays show we are talking with Sharon from Gift of Adoption. Gift of Adoption (GOA) is a national charity that provides grants to complete the adoptions of vulnerable children – giving them permanent families and the chance to thrive. Founded in 1996, GOA is celebrating 25 years, $11.5 million in adoption funding and 3,900 children home for good (as of June 2021). If you are new to this adoption world there are usually so many questions surrounding fundraising and adoption grants, so we wanted to talk with an organization to hear how it works, what are they looking for, and how to apply.  Find out more of what Gift of Adoption is doing and your local chapter here:  <a href="https://giftofadoption.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://giftofadoption.org/</a> In a couple weeks we are going to do a Q&amp;A episode! So send us ALL your questions! You can DM us on Instagram or Facebook @adoptionhacks email us at adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com or send us a voice memo that could be featured on the show! <a href="https://anchor.fm/adoptionhacks" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">anchor.fm/adoptionhacks</a> Find Us: <a href="https://instagram.com/adoptionhacks" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">instragram.com/adoptionhacks</a> <a href="https://facebook.com/adoptionhacks" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/adoptionhacks</a> Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

76. Gift of Adoption Grant with Sharon Komlofske

Today on the show, Kandace interviews JT Olsen, founder and executive director of Both Hands. Both Hands helps families fundraise for their adoption by coordinating a service project fixing up a widow's home. Their mission is to fulfill James 1:27 by serving widows, orphans and adoptive families simultaneously.  If you are fundraising fr an adoption, this is a must listen! Hear the heart behind this organization and get inspired to do your own project. And even if you are not currently fundraising, this episode is wrth the listen to hear JT's own story of loss and how it led him to create Both Hands.  Check out all Both Hands is doing Here:  https://bothhands.org/ In a couple weeks we are going to do a Q&amp;A episode! So send us ALL your questions! You can DM us on Instagram or Facebook @adoptionhacks email us at adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com or send us a voice memo that could be featured on the show! anchor.fm/adoptionhacks  Find Us:  instragram.com/adoptionhacks facebook.com/adoptionhacks Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Today on the show, Kandace interviews JT Olsen, founder and executive director of Both Hands. Both Hands helps families fundraise for their adoption by coordinating a service project fixing up a widow's home. Their mission is to fulfill James 1:27 by serving widows, orphans and adoptive families simultaneously.  If you are fundraising fr an adoption, this is a must listen! Hear the heart behind this organization and get inspired to do your own project. And even if you are not currently fundraising, this episode is wrth the listen to hear JT's own story of loss and how it led him to create Both Hands.  Check out all Both Hands is doing Here:  <a href="https://bothhands.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bothhands.org/</a> In a couple weeks we are going to do a Q&amp;A episode! So send us ALL your questions! You can DM us on Instagram or Facebook @adoptionhacks email us at adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com or send us a voice memo that could be featured on the show! <a href="//anchor.fm/adoptionhacks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anchor.fm/adoptionhacks</a> Find Us:  <a href="//instagram.com/adoptionhacks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instragram.com/adoptionhacks</a> <a href="//facebook.com/adoptionhacks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/adoptionhacks</a> Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

75. Both Hands with JT Olsen

Kasi Pruitt is with us today and WOW it is so incredible to hear her adoption journey and her perspective. She is a mom of 5, soon to be 6 kids. In this episode we talk about navigating unknowns. What do we do when life looks different from what we imagined? Maybe that is medical needs or simply starting an adoption in the middle of a pandemic. Most adoptions at some point hit things we just did not expect. Kasi talks us through what that was like for her family and walks us through some things she has learned along the way.   Find Kasi on Instagram:  @pruittkasi  Email Us:  adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Find Us FB/IG: @adoptionhacks  Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests.   ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Kasi Pruitt is with us today and WOW it is so incredible to hear her adoption journey and her perspective. She is a mom of 5, soon to be 6 kids. In this episode we talk about navigating unknowns. What do we do when life looks different from what we imagined? Maybe that is medical needs or simply starting an adoption in the middle of a pandemic. Most adoptions at some point hit things we just did not expect. Kasi talks us through what that was like for her family and walks us through some things she has learned along the way.  Find Kasi on Instagram:  @pruittkasi  Email Us:  adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Find Us FB/IG: @adoptionhacks Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests.  --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

74. Navigating the Unexpected with Kasi Pruitt

On this episode we have some very practical and helpful advice about profile books from the amazing Kindred + Co. Team! Profile books are used by domestic infant adoptive parents and it can be overwhelming to know how to create one of these books and what you should and shouldn’t include. So Hannah Eloge and Jessie Mattos are here to walk us through it all! Kindred + Co. creates modern, custom adoption profile books for prospective adoptive parents. Kindred + Co. was the first profile book provider to have a birth mom on their team that educates clients on language and best practices for making your profile book. Kindred helps you make a book that you can feel proud to present - while making sure that every expectant mom that flips through your book feels seen and respected. Kindred also hosts online coffee hours, in person retreats and hopefully will be launching their first conference in the near future. Weekly, you can find blogs written by all sides of the triad at www.kindredand.co/blog To learn more you can visiting www.kindredand.co - and following Kindred + Co. on instagram @kindredand.co  Email Us:  adoptionahacksinfo@gmail.com Find Us IG/FB:  @adoptionhacks  Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you will join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests.  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

On this episode we have some very practical and helpful advice about profile books from the amazing Kindred + Co. Team! Profile books are used by domestic infant adoptive parents and it can be overwhelming to know how to create one of these books and what you should and shouldn’t include. So Hannah Eloge and Jessie Mattos are here to walk us through it all! Kindred + Co. creates modern, custom adoption profile books for prospective adoptive parents. Kindred + Co. was the first profile book provider to have a birth mom on their team that educates clients on language and best practices for making your profile book. Kindred helps you make a book that you can feel proud to present - while making sure that every expectant mom that flips through your book feels seen and respected. Kindred also hosts online coffee hours, in person retreats and hopefully will be launching their first conference in the near future. Weekly, you can find blogs written by all sides of the triad at <a href="http://www.kindredand.co/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.kindredand.co/blog</a> To learn more you can visiting<a href="http://www.kindredand.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> www.kindredand.co</a> - and following Kindred + Co. on instagram @<a href="http://kindredand.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">kindredand.co</a> Email Us:  adoptionahacksinfo@gmail.com Find Us IG/FB:  @adoptionhacks Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you will join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

73. Adoption Profile Book Advice with Kindred + Co.

Peter Mutabazi

As a child Peter Mutabazi ran away from an abusive home and was helped by the kindness of strangers. As an adult he found  himself in a position of being able to help foster children, so he began taking children into his home years ago to give back what was so freely given to him. It's his mission to give back as much as he can to the vulnerable among us. That's what drives Now I Am Known: to bring a message of hope to the hopeless, the same message Peter needed so badly to hear as a child. He and his son will be partnering with foster care agencies to give away a plush puppy with the message "Now I Am Known, Seen, and Heard" to at-risk children across the country. Hear his incredible story of becoming a foster dad, and how he is reaching so many children with the affirming message that they are known and loved.  Find Peter Here: www.NowIAmKnown.com YouTube: @nowiamknown Instagram: @fosterdadflipper Facebook: @fosterdadflipper  Email Us:  adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Find Us FB/IG: @adoptionhacks  Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you will join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests.  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

As a child Peter Mutabazi ran away from an abusive home and was helped by the kindness of strangers. As an adult he found  himself in a position of being able to help foster children, so he began taking children into his home years ago to give back what was so freely given to him. It's his mission to give back as much as he can to the vulnerable among us. That's what drives Now I Am Known: to bring a message of hope to the hopeless, the same message Peter needed so badly to hear as a child. He and his son will be partnering with foster care agencies to give away a plush puppy with the message "Now I Am Known, Seen, and Heard" to at-risk children across the country. Hear his incredible story of becoming a foster dad, and how he is reaching so many children with the affirming message that they are known and loved.  Find Peter Here: <a href="http://www.nowiamknown.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.NowIAmKnown.com</a> YouTube: @nowiamknown Instagram: @fosterdadflipper Facebook: @fosterdadflipper Email Us:  adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Find Us FB/IG: @adoptionhacks Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you will join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

72. Now I Am Known with Peter Mutabazi

Whitney Runyon

This week we get to talk with Whitney Runyon from The Archibald Project! Whitney and her husband are adoptive parents who are passionate about empowering others to care for orphaned and vulnerable children. In this episode we get to hear Whitney’s personal adoption story and what the Archibald Project is and how it began. Then we dive into a deep discussion of ethics in adoption. What can we do as prospective and current adoptive parents to ensure that we are promoting ethical adoptions? What are some of the typical ethical downfalls in this process and how can we spot the red flags? We know this talk is Heavy! But its sooo important for us to have. Check out all The Archibald Project is doing here: TheArchibaldProject.com And on Instagram at @TheArchibaldProject Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Find Us IG/FB: @adoptionhacks  Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you will join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests.  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

This week we get to talk with Whitney Runyon from The Archibald Project! Whitney and her husband are adoptive parents who are passionate about empowering others to care for orphaned and vulnerable children. In this episode we get to hear Whitney’s personal adoption story and what the Archibald Project is and how it began. Then we dive into a deep discussion of ethics in adoption. What can we do as prospective and current adoptive parents to ensure that we are promoting ethical adoptions? What are some of the typical ethical downfalls in this process and how can we spot the red flags? We know this talk is Heavy! But its sooo important for us to have. Check out all The Archibald Project is doing here: <a href="http://thearchibaldproject.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TheArchibaldProject.com</a> And on Instagram at @TheArchibaldProject Email Us: <a href="mailto:adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com">adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com</a> Find Us IG/FB: @adoptionhacks Guest views and opinions are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Adoption Hacks. We strive to create a space for adoptive parents to learn and grow from a variety of perspectives, experiences and opinions from all sides of the triad. We hope you will join us in honoring the unique backgrounds and stories of our guests. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

71. Ethics in Adoption with Whitney Runyon

Lanaya Graham

Lanaya Graham is with us this week! And of course we are talking about BOOKS! You may know Lanaya from her instagram account @adoption.books where she shares her honest, detailed book reviews- not just recommendations. She speaks out about how the complexities of adoption really need to be reflected in Children’s books, and that adoptees need appropriate representation in literature. Her reviews include children’s literature, biographies, and adoptive parenting books.Resources Mentioned in Episode: Adoptee Reading: http://adopteereading.com/Frankie and Friends Talk Adoption by Pam KroskieMotherbridge of Love by XinranGrowing Grace by Erin MasonStar of the Week by Darlene FriedmanThrough Adopted Eyes by Elena HallThe Connected Child by Karyn PurvisThe Girls Who Went Away by Ann FesslerPrimal Wound by Nancy VerrierFind her on IG at adoption.books and her website www.lanayagraham.comThis weeks episode is sponsored by Kindred + Co!Kindred + Co. is a brave adoption community that lifts stories from all sides in the adoption triad. Kindred believes that sharing stories is a powerful way to understand and education on the complexities of adoption. Kindred and Co. desires to see relationships built within the adoption triad. Kindred hosts online coffee hours, in person retreats and hopefully will be launching their first conference in the near future. Weekly, you can find blogs written by all sides of the triad at www.kindredand.co/blogKindred + Co. also creates modern, custom adoption profile books for prospective adoptive parents. Kindred + Co. was the first profile book provider to have a birth mom on their team that educates clients on language and best practices for making your profiebook. Kindred helps you make a book that you can feel proud to present - while making sure that every expectant mom that flips through your book feels seen and respected.To learn more you can visiting www.kindredand.co - and following Kindred + Co.  on instagram @kindredand.coFind Us on IG/FB: @adoptionhacksEmail Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Lanaya Graham is with us this week! And of course we are talking about BOOKS!  You may know Lanaya from her instagram account @adoption.books where she shares her honest, detailed book reviews- not just recommendations. She speaks out about how the complexities of adoption really need to be reflected in Children’s books, and that adoptees need appropriate representation in literature. Her reviews include children’s literature, biographies, and adoptive parenting books. Resources Mentioned in Episode:  Adoptee Reading: <a href="http://adopteereading.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://adopteereading.com/</a> Frankie and Friends Talk Adoption by Pam Kroskie Motherbridge of Love by Xinran Growing Grace by Erin Mason Star of the Week by Darlene Friedman Through Adopted Eyes by Elena Hall The Connected Child by Karyn Purvis The Girls Who Went Away by Ann Fessler Primal Wound by Nancy Verrier Find her on IG at adoption.books and her website <a href="http://www.lanayagraham.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lanayagraham.com</a> This weeks episode is sponsored by Kindred + Co! Kindred + Co. is a brave adoption community that lifts stories from all sides in the adoption triad. Kindred believes that sharing stories is a powerful way to understand and education on the complexities of adoption. Kindred and Co. desires to see relationships built within the adoption triad. Kindred hosts online coffee hours, in person retreats and hopefully will be launching their first conference in the near future. Weekly, you can find blogs written by all sides of the triad at <a href="http://www.kindredand.co/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.kindredand.co/blog</a> Kindred + Co. also creates modern, custom adoption profile books for prospective adoptive parents. Kindred + Co. was the first profile book provider to have a birth mom on their team that educates clients on language and best practices for making your profiebook. Kindred helps you make a book that you can feel proud to present - while making sure that every expectant mom that flips through your book feels seen and respected. To learn more you can visiting <a href="http://www.kindredand.co" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.kindredand.co</a> - and following Kindred + Co.  on instagram @kindredand.co Find Us on IG/FB:  @adoptionhacks Email Us:  adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

70. Adoption Books with Lanaya Graham

Michelle Batten

Michelle Batten is with us this week to talk about the Power of Play! Michelle is a TBRI® Educator, SSP Practitioner,  and ACPI Parenting Coach. Michelle is a a trauma responsive parenting coach who helps exhausted adoptive and foster parents explore needs behind difficult behavior, find hope again, and bring healing to their family.  In this episode we discuss the the healing power of play time with our children. What happens in our child's brain while we play and some practical games and tools to build in connection times to our daily lives.   Find out more about Michelle at HopeParenting.com  Find Us on IG/FB: @adoptionhacks Email Us:  adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

<h2>Michelle Batten is with us this week to talk about the Power of Play! Michelle is a TBRI® Educator, SSP Practitioner,  and ACPI Parenting Coach. Michelle is a a trauma responsive parenting coach who helps exhausted adoptive and foster parents explore needs behind difficult behavior, find hope again, and bring healing to their family. </h2> <h2>In this episode we discuss the the healing power of play time with our children. What happens in our child's brain while we play and some practical games and tools to build in connection times to our daily lives. </h2> Find out more about Michelle at <a href="http://HopeParenting.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HopeParenting.com</a> Find Us on IG/FB: @adoptionhacks Email Us:  adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

69. Play Heals with Michelle Batten

There are no shortcuts in adoption but there IS help! The Adoption Hacks Podcast celebrates and educates potential and current adoptive and foster families by sharing stories from the triad. Join Co-hosts and Adoptive Moms, Kandace Lecocq and Callie Troyer as they interview professionals and moms and dads who have been there. If you're looking for support and encouragement in your adoptive and foster journey, this podcast is for you! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

It’s important that a show like this exists.

Such a lovely and heart centered show!

Super practical and encouraging information! Can&#39;t wait for more episodes!

I've been looking for something like this!

There are no shortcuts in adoption but there IS help! The Adoption Hacks Podcast celebrates and educates potential and current adoptive and foster families by sharing stories from the triad. Join Co-hosts and Adoptive Moms, Kandace Lecocq and Callie Troyer as they interview professionals and moms and dads who have been there. If you're looking for support and encouragement in your adoptive and foster journey, this podcast is for you! Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

Adoption Hacks

Licensed Clinical Social Worker and TBRI Practitioner, Kwajera Jackson breaks down what TBRI is and why its so important when parenting children from hard places. She shares her expertise about how TBRI heals families, what a typical session looks like and the many benefits TBRI has on traumatized brains.  Contact Kwajera through: buildingfamiliesforchildren.org  The Connected Child http://amzn.to/2oHSEED Audible Free Audiobookaudibletrial.com/adoptionhacks  Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com FB/IG: @AdoptionHacks--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Licensed Clinical Social Worker and TBRI Practitioner, Kwajera Jackson breaks down what TBRI is and why its so important when parenting children from hard places. She shares her expertise about how TBRI heals families, what a typical session looks like and the many benefits TBRI has on traumatized brains.  Contact Kwajera through: <a href="http://buildingfamiliesforchildren.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buildingfamiliesforchildren.org</a> The Connected Child <a href="http://amzn.to/2oHSEED" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2oHSEED</a> Audible Free <a href="http://Audiobookaudibletrial.com/adoptionhacks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Audiobookaudibletrial.com/adoptionhacks</a> Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com FB/IG: @AdoptionHacks--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

10. TBRI Overview

Christa Jordan has a degree in social work, a love for adoption/foster care and is an adoptive mom. While sharing with others about adoption, she realized there was a huge need for potential adoptive/foster families: a place where families could see all types of adoption laid out in front of them. So Christa created a workbook called "Before You Adopt". This workbook prompts readers to discover what avenue of adoption is right for them and creates conversations between families. It addresses expectations, the specifics of each type of adoption, and how to find the right agency for you.   This workbook is great for those considering adoption but aren't sure where to start, families beginning their adoptive journey and support or ministry groups who want to help others find their way on this journey.   SpoonfulofJordan.com/shop Use Discount Code: adoptionhacks for 10% off! Follow Christa on Instagram @SpoonfulOfJordanBlog Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com  Follow Adoption Hacks on Instagram @AdoptionHacks  Music:  Drummer Boy by Misterwives Solo by Oh Wonder  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Christa Jordan has a degree in social work, a love for adoption/foster care and is an adoptive mom. While sharing with others about adoption, she realized there was a huge need for potential adoptive/foster families: a place where families could see all types of adoption laid out in front of them. So Christa created a workbook called "Before You Adopt". This workbook prompts readers to discover what avenue of adoption is right for them and creates conversations between families. It addresses expectations, the specifics of each type of adoption, and how to find the right agency for you.  This workbook is great for those considering adoption but aren't sure where to start, families beginning their adoptive journey and support or ministry groups who want to help others find their way on this journey.  <a href="http://SpoonfulofJordan.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SpoonfulofJordan.com/shop</a> Use Discount Code: adoptionhacks for 10% off! Follow Christa on Instagram @SpoonfulOfJordanBlog Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Follow Adoption Hacks on Instagram @AdoptionHacks Music:  Drummer Boy by Misterwives Solo by Oh Wonder --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

32. Before You Adopt

Adoptive mom Lacey Day shares her adoptive story. We dive into intense topics like agency ethics, disrupted adoptions, the good and bad of online adoption communities, birth family relationships and the journey to remain hopeful when the wait is long and doors close.   This Weeks Sponsors:  The Promise Summit: An adoption conference hosted by Quiver Full Adoptions www.thepromisesummit.com  Fawn and Foster:  Organic Baby Items. 50% of all profits are donated to foster children organizations.  www.fawnandfoster.com  FB/IG @AdoptionHacks  Music: "Drummer Boy" by Misterwives and "Fountain of Youth" by SEU Worship  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Adoptive mom Lacey Day shares her adoptive story. We dive into intense topics like agency ethics, disrupted adoptions, the good and bad of online adoption communities, birth family relationships and the journey to remain hopeful when the wait is long and doors close.  This Weeks Sponsors:  The Promise Summit: An adoption conference hosted by Quiver Full Adoptions <a href="http://www.thepromisesummit.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.thepromisesummit.com</a> Fawn and Foster:  Organic Baby Items. 50% of all profits are donated to foster children organizations.  <a href="http://www.fawnandfoster.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.fawnandfoster.com</a> FB/IG @AdoptionHacks Music: "Drummer Boy" by Misterwives and "Fountain of Youth" by SEU Worship --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

20. Domestic Infant Adoption

In this 2 part episode, MaryCarol Skaggs shares her personal story of adopting 4 older children from Colombia. She shares practical ways to build trust, work through language barriers, parenting teens with trauma and many more insights. Stay tuned for part 2! Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com FB/IG: @adoptionhacks--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

In this 2 part episode, MaryCarol Skaggs shares her personal story of adopting 4 older children from Colombia. She shares practical ways to build trust, work through language barriers, parenting teens with trauma and many more insights. Stay tuned for part 2! Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com FB/IG: @adoptionhacks--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

7. Older Child Adoption and Attachment: Part 1

Kandace tells her personal adoption story. She walks through every aspect of her Korean adoption - the orphan need in Korea, timeline, referral, going to court and an inside look at bonding in the first couple weeks. If you're interested in adoption this episode has realistic and helpful tips and experiences!  Dropbox Documentary http://amzn.to/2Fylugv Parenting Your Internationally Adopted Child http://amzn.to/2GxhfTX Adopted for Life http://amzn.to/2DRxKsj Connected Child http://amzn.to/2GBiTDO Toddler Tula Carrier http://amzn.to/2GC2Q8K Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Facebook/IG @AdoptionHacks--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Kandace tells her personal adoption story. She walks through every aspect of her Korean adoption - the orphan need in Korea, timeline, referral, going to court and an inside look at bonding in the first couple weeks. If you're interested in adoption this episode has realistic and helpful tips and experiences!  Dropbox Documentary <a href="http://amzn.to/2Fylugv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2Fylugv</a> Parenting Your Internationally Adopted Child <a href="http://amzn.to/2GxhfTX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2GxhfTX</a> Adopted for Life <a href="http://amzn.to/2DRxKsj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2DRxKsj</a> Connected Child <a href="http://amzn.to/2GBiTDO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2GBiTDO</a> Toddler Tula Carrier <a href="http://amzn.to/2GC2Q8K" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2GC2Q8K</a> Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Facebook/IG @AdoptionHacks--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

4. International Focus: Korea Adoption (Our Story)

Bethany Moore has fostered 3 children as a single mom, in this episode you'll hear her amazing journey to adoption. We discuss the opposition that faces single adoptive parents and how to balance legitimate concern and advice from loved ones with the steadfastness needed when going into foster care. Bethany shares the most difficult part of being a single foster/adoptive parent and how and where to find the support you need.   Music:  Drummer Boy by MisterWives FB/IG @ AdoptionHacks  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Bethany Moore has fostered 3 children as a single mom, in this episode you'll hear her amazing journey to adoption. We discuss the opposition that faces single adoptive parents and how to balance legitimate concern and advice from loved ones with the steadfastness needed when going into foster care. Bethany shares the most difficult part of being a single foster/adoptive parent and how and where to find the support you need.  Music:  Drummer Boy by MisterWives FB/IG @ AdoptionHacks --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

23. Single Parent Foster Care & Adoption

In this season 2 kick off episode, we are sharing the Top 17 Countries that US Families adopted from last year. We are breaking down timeline, ages, requirements and travel for all 17 in this 2 part episode. In this episode we discuss countries 1-9. If you are interested in international adoption but overwhelmed with trying to find information, this episode is perfect for you! All the major numbers you need to know have been researched and consolidated in this episode!  This episode is sponsored by BONFIRE, Bonfire is the easiest way to design, sell and order premium custom shirts. And Bonfire is offering Adoption Hacks listeners a FREE design from their creative team - claim yours at www.bonfire.com/adoptionhacks  FB/IG @AdoptionHacks  Music: "Drummer Boy" by Misterwives  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

In this season 2 kick off episode, we are sharing the Top 17 Countries that US Families adopted from last year. We are breaking down timeline, ages, requirements and travel for all 17 in this 2 part episode. In this episode we discuss countries 1-9. If you are interested in international adoption but overwhelmed with trying to find information, this episode is perfect for you! All the major numbers you need to know have been researched and consolidated in this episode! This episode is sponsored by BONFIRE, Bonfire is the easiest way to design, sell and order premium custom shirts. And Bonfire is offering Adoption Hacks listeners a FREE design from their creative team - claim yours at <a href="http://www.bonfire.com/adoptionhacks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.bonfire.com/adoptionhacks</a> FB/IG @AdoptionHacks Music: "Drummer Boy" by Misterwives --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

15. International Adoption Stats: Top Countries Part 1

After 3 biological children, Angel Bellante adopted 2 children from China. We discuss talking to children in your home about adoption, whether or not to include them in the decision and how to handle transition. Angel shares how adoption has developed empathy, compassion and adaptability in their whole family. Email Us:  Adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Facebook/Instagram: @AdoptionHacks Music:  DrummerBoy by MisterWives--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

After 3 biological children, Angel Bellante adopted 2 children from China. We discuss talking to children in your home about adoption, whether or not to include them in the decision and how to handle transition. Angel shares how adoption has developed empathy, compassion and adaptability in their whole family. Email Us:  Adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Facebook/Instagram: @AdoptionHacks Music:  DrummerBoy by MisterWives--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

35. Adopting After Biological Children

MaryCarol Skaggs continues discussing older child attachment in this 2 part episode. We discuss teaching your children how and when to tell their story, advocating for them in their schools and incorporating therapy including neurofeedback.  Here are the links discussed in todays episode:  W.I.S.E. Up! http://amzn.to/2EQ1wRJConnected Childhttp://amzn.to/2BEIADF Neurofeedback https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxHR7InSQ1c&amp;t=134s Parenting Coach Christine Moers https://www.youtube.com/user/christinemoers Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com FB/IG: @AdoptionHacks--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

MaryCarol Skaggs continues discussing older child attachment in this 2 part episode. We discuss teaching your children how and when to tell their story, advocating for them in their schools and incorporating therapy including neurofeedback.  Here are the links discussed in todays episode:  W.I.S.E. Up! <a href="http://amzn.to/2EQ1wRJConnected" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2EQ1wRJConnected</a> Childhttp://<a href="http://amzn.to/2BEIADF" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amzn.to/2BEIADF</a> Neurofeedback <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxHR7InSQ1c&amp;t=134s" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxHR7InSQ1c&amp;t=134s</a> Parenting Coach Christine Moers <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/christinemoers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/christinemoers</a> Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com FB/IG: @AdoptionHacks--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

8. Older Child Adoption and Attachment: Part 2

"Two things went through our heads immediately, what did we just do? And this is our baby and we will do whatever we need to do". When Pastor Terry Parkman was adopting his daughter from China he realized that the story that had been told about her was incorrect. In this episode he talks about parenting through that and discovering your child's true story. He has great advice for all adoptive parents and especially those who need to hear, "you have what it takes, just be faithful to the next step". This episode is sponsored by BONFIRE, Bonfire is the easiest way to design, sell and order premium custom shirts. And Bonfire is offering Adoption Hacks listeners a FREE design from their creative team - claim yours at www.bonfire.com/adoptionhacksFB/IG @AdoptionHacksMusic "Drummer Boy" by Misterwivesand "Fountain of Youth" by SEU Worship--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

"Two things went through our heads immediately, what did we just do? And this is our baby and we will do whatever we need to do". When Pastor Terry Parkman was adopting his daughter from China he realized that the story that had been told about her was incorrect. In this episode he talks about parenting through that and discovering your child's true story. He has great advice for all adoptive parents and especially those who need to hear, "you have what it takes, just be faithful to the next step".  This episode is sponsored by BONFIRE, Bonfire is the easiest way to design, sell and order premium custom shirts. And Bonfire is offering Adoption Hacks listeners a FREE design from their creative team - claim yours at <a href="http://www.bonfire.com/adoptionhacks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.bonfire.com/adoptionhacks</a> FB/IG @AdoptionHacks Music "Drummer Boy" by Misterwives and "Fountain of Youth" by SEU Worship --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

17. Embracing The Unexpected

The All Consuming Nature of Foster Care and Why Ashlee Peters Says the Yes is 100% Worth It.  Foster Mom Ashlee Peters, shares her foster care journey in Southern California. We discuss being on the same page as your spouse, extensive visitations and birth parent empathy. Ashlee describes foster care as being all consuming and yet 100% worth everything you give.   Part 2 Coming Tomorrow!  This Episode is Sponsored by Fawn and Foster Fawn and Foster is an Organic Baby Essentials Company Who Gives 50% of Profits to Foster Care Organizations! fawnandfoster.com Instagram: @FawnAndFoster  Follow Adoption Hacks on Instagram @AdoptionHacks  Follow Ashlee Peters on Instagram  @Ashlee_Peters  Music: DrummerBoy by Misterwives Solo by Oh Wonder  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

The All Consuming Nature of Foster Care and Why Ashlee Peters Says the Yes is 100% Worth It.  Foster Mom Ashlee Peters, shares her foster care journey in Southern California. We discuss being on the same page as your spouse, extensive visitations and birth parent empathy. Ashlee describes foster care as being all consuming and yet 100% worth everything you give.  Part 2 Coming Tomorrow! This Episode is Sponsored by Fawn and Foster Fawn and Foster is an Organic Baby Essentials Company Who Gives 50% of Profits to Foster Care Organizations! <a href="http://fawnandfoster.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fawnandfoster.com</a> Instagram: @FawnAndFoster Follow Adoption Hacks on Instagram @AdoptionHacks Follow Ashlee Peters on Instagram  @Ashlee_Peters Music: DrummerBoy by Misterwives Solo by Oh Wonder --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

33. Foster Care: The Life Changing Yes - Part 1

Adoption Professional, Adoptive Mom and Marriage Coach Maria Gocke joins us to talk about ways to create and sustain a strong and healthy marriage in adoptive/foster families. We discuss the HUGE topic of 1 spouse not being ready or desiring to adopt and how to prepare your marriage before adoption. We also look at some things that adoptive/foster parents specifically can struggle with in marriage, and tools and resource to guide us through that.   This episode is sponsored by: Kindred + Co. www.kindredand.co A Brave Adoption Community  Music:  "Drummer Boy" by Misterwives "Fountain of Youth" by SEU  Follow Equipped to Endure on Facebook and Instagram for more marriage tools and resources!  And sign up for our Fawn and Foster Giveaway through @AdoptionHacks on Instagram! FB/IG @AdoptionHacks  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Adoption Professional, Adoptive Mom and Marriage Coach Maria Gocke joins us to talk about ways to create and sustain a strong and healthy marriage in adoptive/foster families. We discuss the HUGE topic of 1 spouse not being ready or desiring to adopt and how to prepare your marriage before adoption. We also look at some things that adoptive/foster parents specifically can struggle with in marriage, and tools and resource to guide us through that.  This episode is sponsored by: Kindred + Co. <a href="http://www.kindredand.co" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.kindredand.co</a> A Brave Adoption Community Music:  "Drummer Boy" by Misterwives "Fountain of Youth" by SEU Follow Equipped to Endure on Facebook and Instagram for more marriage tools and resources! And sign up for our Fawn and Foster Giveaway through @AdoptionHacks on Instagram! FB/IG @AdoptionHacks --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

22. Building a Strong and Healthy Marriage

Adoption Airfare provides discounted flights and travel assistance to anyone who is traveling for adoption, missions, a heritage journey or orphan care. They are quick to assist their clients, which is especially helpful with last minute or flexible travel needs. Adoption Airfare is a staple in this community and has been serving families for years. Kandace interviews Adoption Airfare owner Tabitha Lovell to hear her heart for this company and how they are helping families. If need have adoption travel needs, be sure to check this out!  Music:  DrummerBoy by MisterWives   Email:  adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com  Facebook/Instagram: AdoptionHacks  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Adoption Airfare provides discounted flights and travel assistance to anyone who is traveling for adoption, missions, a heritage journey or orphan care. They are quick to assist their clients, which is especially helpful with last minute or flexible travel needs. Adoption Airfare is a staple in this community and has been serving families for years. Kandace interviews Adoption Airfare owner Tabitha Lovell to hear her heart for this company and how they are helping families. If need have adoption travel needs, be sure to check this out! Music:  DrummerBoy by MisterWives  Email:  adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com Facebook/Instagram: AdoptionHacks --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

38. Adoption Airfare

Tammy Folkerts, Safe Families Maryland Outreach Coordinator, shares how Safe Families works, why it is so crucially needed and how you can get involved. Safe Families for Children is a movement fueled by compassion to keep children safe and families intact. Through Host Families, Family Friends and Family coaches, we temporarily host children and provide a network of support to families in crisis while they get back on their feet. "We open our hearts, open our arms, and open our homes "https://safe-families.orghttps://buildingfamiliesforchildren.org Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com FB/IG @adoptionhacks--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Tammy Folkerts, Safe Families Maryland Outreach Coordinator, shares how Safe Families works, why it is so crucially needed and how you can get involved. Safe Families for Children is a movement fueled by compassion to keep children safe and families intact. Through Host Families, Family Friends and Family coaches, we temporarily host children and provide a network of support to families in crisis while they get back on their feet. "We open our hearts, open our arms, and open our homes "https://safe-families.orghttps://<a href="http://buildingfamiliesforchildren.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buildingfamiliesforchildren.org</a> Email Us: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com FB/IG @adoptionhacks--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

5. Safe Families: Part 1

"My Yes is So Little Compared to How It Could Affect A Child's Entire Life" This is part 2 of Ashlee Peters Foster Care journey. In this episode we dive into, discussing heavy topics like foster care and birth parents with your children and leading the way in foster care/adoption in your community. Ashlee also shares extensively about when you are on the fence about foster care, dealing with the fear and negative emotions and the power of saying yes even amidst the negative emotions.  Email Us: Adoptionhackinfo@gmail.com  Facebook/Instagram @Adoption Hacks  Follow Ashlee Peters on Instagram @Ashlee_Peters  Music Drummer Boy by MisterWives  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

"My Yes is So Little Compared to How It Could Affect A Child's Entire Life" This is part 2 of Ashlee Peters Foster Care journey. In this episode we dive into, discussing heavy topics like foster care and birth parents with your children and leading the way in foster care/adoption in your community. Ashlee also shares extensively about when you are on the fence about foster care, dealing with the fear and negative emotions and the power of saying yes even amidst the negative emotions.  Email Us: Adoptionhackinfo@gmail.com Facebook/Instagram @Adoption Hacks Follow Ashlee Peters on Instagram @Ashlee_Peters Music Drummer Boy by MisterWives --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

34. Foster Care: The Life Changing Yes - Part 2

Kandace interviews Brittany Wermager about going through the adoption process after experiencing grief in your life.  In part 1 of this 2 part episode, Brittany shares very openly her story of losing her precious son Isaac at birth. Brittany puts words to feelings of grief that many have experienced and gives the practical ways she processed her grief and PTSD. If you have experienced a loss, miscarriage or infertility and are considering adoption, this will be an empowering episode and help you determine if you are ready.   Music: DrummerBoy by MisterWives  FB/IG @adoptionhacks  Email: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Kandace interviews Brittany Wermager about going through the adoption process after experiencing grief in your life.  In part 1 of this 2 part episode, Brittany shares very openly her story of losing her precious son Isaac at birth. Brittany puts words to feelings of grief that many have experienced and gives the practical ways she processed her grief and PTSD. If you have experienced a loss, miscarriage or infertility and are considering adoption, this will be an empowering episode and help you determine if you are ready.  Music: DrummerBoy by MisterWives FB/IG @adoptionhacks Email: adoptionhacksinfo@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

29. Adopting After Grief: Part 1

590 Days: that's how long James and Kaylee Wilson were in Ghana trying to bring home their daughter. They started an adopted process wanting to adopt an HIV+ child. They landed in Ghana preparing to stay for 6 weeks and ended up being in country for a year and a half. Hear their incredible story of becoming a family in this 2 part episode.   Music: Drummer Boy by Misterwives FB/IG @AdoptionHacks  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

590 Days: that's how long James and Kaylee Wilson were in Ghana trying to bring home their daughter. They started an adopted process wanting to adopt an HIV+ child. They landed in Ghana preparing to stay for 6 weeks and ended up being in country for a year and a half. Hear their incredible story of becoming a family in this 2 part episode.  Music: Drummer Boy by Misterwives FB/IG @AdoptionHacks --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

24. Ghana Adoption: Part 1

Brittany Wermager joins us again this season to walk us her through China Adoption.  This is the most comprehensive account of Chinese adoption you can find. Brittany has so many details regarding timelines and travel as she shares what her personal experience was like. We discuss how much information you receive about your child, how medical updates work and what questions to ask.   This is a 2 part episode, check out yesterdays episode for part 1!  Facebook/Instagram:  AdoptionHacks  Email:  AdoptionHacksInfo@gmail.com  Music: Drummer Boy by MisterWives  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Brittany Wermager joins us again this season to walk us her through China Adoption.  This is the most comprehensive account of Chinese adoption you can find. Brittany has so many details regarding timelines and travel as she shares what her personal experience was like. We discuss how much information you receive about your child, how medical updates work and what questions to ask.  This is a 2 part episode, check out yesterdays episode for part 1! Facebook/Instagram:  AdoptionHacks Email:  AdoptionHacksInfo@gmail.com Music: Drummer Boy by MisterWives --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

37. China Adoption - Part 2

Leah Mcmullin and her husband have fostered 14 children over 4 years. So they definitely deeply understand the support that foster families need. In this episode we break down 3 main areas of support and resources: how friends and family can support, local and national organizations created to assist foster families and books both for children and parents. Plus we hear a little bit of the Mcmullin’s story which is so beautiful. If you're new to foster care or considering it, this episode will be especially helpful! Leah McMullin Blog Mcmullinfostercarejourney.wordpress.com Together We Rise https://www.togetherwerise.org/ The Invisible String https://www.amazon.com/dp/0875167349/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PXxfCbG27RSE0 The Family Book https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316070408/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MWxfCb3WEV2B6 Murphy's Three Homes: A Story for Children in Foster Care https://www.amazon.com/dp/1433803852/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iWxfCbKDKAHY6 You're Here for a Reason (Nancy Tillman Collection) https://www.amazon.com/dp/1250106508/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MVxfCbFANM7Y9 Love You From Right Here: A Keepsake Book for Children in Foster Care https://www.amazon.com/dp/163296029X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xKTdCbQ7A0YPF Maybe Days: A Book for Children in Foster Care https://www.amazon.com/dp/1557988021/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hHTdCbAEC367Z Families Change: A Book for Children Experiencing Termination of Parental Rights (Kids Are Important Series) https://www.amazon.com/dp/1575422093/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_bGTdCbKNNY2MB The Connected Child: Bring hope and healing to your adoptive family https://www.amazon.com/dp/0071475001/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-YxfCbP5XQ7EG The Lucky Few: Finding God's Best in the Most Unlikely Places https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310345464/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DZxfCbQPZE3FR Another Place at the Table https://www.amazon.com/dp/1585422827/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8ZxfCb3852VMX How to Talk So Kids Will Listen &amp; Listen So Kids Will Talk https://www.amazon.com/dp/1451663889/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_A0xfCb0BJWXF9 Hope for the Weary Mom: Let God Meet You in the Mess https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736960805/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_b1xfCb7SBVER This episode is sponsored by:  Fawn and Foster:  Organic Baby Items. 50% of all profits are donated to foster children organizations.  www.fawnandfoster.com  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

Leah Mcmullin and her husband have fostered 14 children over 4 years. So they definitely deeply understand the support that foster families need. In this episode we break down 3 main areas of support and resources: how friends and family can support, local and national organizations created to assist foster families and books both for children and parents. Plus we hear a little bit of the Mcmullin’s story which is so beautiful. If you're new to foster care or considering it, this episode will be especially helpful! Leah McMullin Blog <a href="http://mcmullinfostercarejourney.wordpress.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mcmullinfostercarejourney.wordpress.com</a> Together We Rise <a href="https://www.togetherwerise.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.togetherwerise.org/</a> The Invisible String <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0875167349/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PXxfCbG27RSE0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/0875167349/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PXxfCbG27RSE0</a> The Family Book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316070408/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MWxfCb3WEV2B6" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316070408/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MWxfCb3WEV2B6</a> Murphy's Three Homes: A Story for Children in Foster Care <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1433803852/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iWxfCbKDKAHY6" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1433803852/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iWxfCbKDKAHY6</a> You're Here for a Reason (Nancy Tillman Collection) <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1250106508/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MVxfCbFANM7Y9" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1250106508/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MVxfCbFANM7Y9</a> Love You From Right Here: A Keepsake Book for Children in Foster Care <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/163296029X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xKTdCbQ7A0YPF" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/163296029X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xKTdCbQ7A0YPF</a> Maybe Days: A Book for Children in Foster Care <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1557988021/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hHTdCbAEC367Z" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1557988021/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hHTdCbAEC367Z</a> Families Change: A Book for Children Experiencing Termination of Parental Rights (Kids Are Important Series) <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1575422093/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_bGTdCbKNNY2MB" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1575422093/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_bGTdCbKNNY2MB</a> The Connected Child: Bring hope and healing to your adoptive family <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0071475001/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-YxfCbP5XQ7EG" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/0071475001/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-YxfCbP5XQ7EG</a> The Lucky Few: Finding God's Best in the Most Unlikely Places <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310345464/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DZxfCbQPZE3FR" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310345464/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DZxfCbQPZE3FR</a> Another Place at the Table <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1585422827/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8ZxfCb3852VMX" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1585422827/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8ZxfCb3852VMX</a> How to Talk So Kids Will Listen &amp; Listen So Kids Will Talk <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1451663889/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_A0xfCb0BJWXF9" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1451663889/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_A0xfCb0BJWXF9</a> Hope for the Weary Mom: Let God Meet You in the Mess <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736960805/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_b1xfCb7SBVERK" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736960805/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_b1xfCb7SBVER</a> This episode is sponsored by:  Fawn and Foster:  Organic Baby Items. 50% of all profits are donated to foster children organizations.  <a href="http://www.fawnandfoster.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.fawnandfoster.com</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

21. Resources for Foster Families

"It was a therapy session for me. The worst parts of my life were turned into the best part of my life - being able to make this movie."  Maraide Green was in the foster system and then adopted at age 13. Through her experiences she was able to assist with the movie "Instant Family" by working on the script and on set as a foster care consultant and production assistant.   Hear how she got involved in the movie, what being on set was like and what she hopes this movie accomplishes.   Go see Instant Family in theaters now!  FB/IG  @Adoption Hacks  Music "Drummer Boy" by Misterwives "Fountain of Youth" by SEU Worship  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support

"It was a therapy session for me. The worst parts of my life were turned into the best part of my life - being able to make this movie." Maraide Green was in the foster system and then adopted at age 13. Through her experiences she was able to assist with the movie "Instant Family" by working on the script and on set as a foster care consultant and production assistant.  Hear how she got involved in the movie, what being on set was like and what she hopes this movie accomplishes.  Go see Instant Family in theaters now! FB/IG  @Adoption Hacks Music "Drummer Boy" by Misterwives "Fountain of Youth" by SEU Worship --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adoptionhacks/support</a>

18. Instant Family's Maraide Green

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