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Open Adoption from the Adoptee's Perspective [S3E17] Jun 13, 2018

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Last episode, we had Kelene on the show, who is a birth mother that made an adoption plan 26 years ago. That little baby girl, named Chrissy, was born early and was only 3 pounds. Kelene and the adoptive parents worked together to love this little baby and today she joins the show! This is the first ADOPTION NOW episode to have both the birth mother and the adoptee together sharing their journey. It's an incredible story and it's so helpful in understanding open adoption.

A Birth Mother's Journey Through Open Adoption [S3E16] Jun 06, 2018

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Kelene is a birth mother who placed her baby 26 years ago with a family she babysat for down the street. She had an open adoption with her daughter, Chrissy, and this week she shares what it was like to have a daughter she knows and sees but is not raising. This episode helps us understand how "open adoption" works as an adoptive family brings home a baby and a birthmother heals.

Self Care for Adoptive Parents - Part 2 [S3E15] May 31, 2018

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Chris Prange-Morgan wrote an article that was published in the Huffington Post on "Trauma" after she and her husband adopted two kids from China. She suffered from PTSD after bringing home their son who had severe medical needs and attachment issues. She started to rock climb to relieve stress. One day, overwhelmed with all that was going on, she climbed a wall but did not clip in. She fell 28 feet.... On this episode she talks about this accident that changed her life. She also gives her advice for adoptive parents who may need help during and after the adoption process.

Self Care for Adoptive Parents - Part 1 [S3E14] May 23, 2018

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Chris Prange-Morgan wrote an article that was published in the Huffington Post on "Trauma" after she adopted two kids from China. She suffered PTSD after bringing home her son who had severe medical needs and attachment issues. On this episode Chris talks to April Fallon about her journey and the accident that changed her life. She fell 28 feet, had multiple fractures, and ended up losing her leg. She is now a voice for adoptive parents getting the help they need through the adoption journey and after.

Adopting From Haiti [S3E13] May 03, 2018

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After Laura led a medical mission trip to Haiti she knew she wanted to adopt from there. The process took 3 1/2 years but finally they brought home their 5 year old little girl. On this episode Laura shares about what it was like to bring home an older child and how it inspired them to help other families in their adoption process by providing grant funding. Learn more about how you can apply for funding today at www.inspiringorphancare.com

How to Support a Family That is Adopting [S3E12] Apr 26, 2018

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April Fallon invites her mom, Mary, and her husband, Noah, to share what they have learned during their 7 adoption experiences. On this episode you will hear how to support your adult children as they fight to grow their family.

Foster Care 101 [S3E11] Apr 13, 2018

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On this episode, April Fallon talks to Heather Clark, who fostered 22 children in 7 years. She gives us tips on how to prepare for the foster care journey and what to expect during the process. She is now a Community Leader for a group called "Friends of Adoptive & Foster Families" at Cherry Hills Community Church in Colorado.

Adoption From Russia [S3E10] Apr 04, 2018

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Susan Mitchell shares what it was like to bring two children home from Russia. She shares how God brought her family together and how these two lives consoled her through great loss.

Let's Talk Adoption and Politics [S3E9] Mar 29, 2018

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April Fallon talks to Republican candidate for Governor, Victor Mitchell, and his wife, Amy, about adoption and how to bring change to adoption law.

Adoptions, IVF and Embryo Donation! [S3E8] Mar 21, 2018

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This episode has it all. Wendy talks to April Fallon about how she and her husband grew their family. They now have 6 beautiful children and a biological daughter being raised by another family through embryo donation. Don't miss this Adoption Story, you will be amazed at how it all comes together!

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