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#59: Avoiding Hidden Triggers in Media for Adoptive Families with Darren Fink Oct 22, 2019

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Parents are often caught by surprise when they stumble upon themes of children being separated from parents, death of parents, adoption, and similar themes in media. If we had only known, we could have prepared our kids and talked with them about it. We could have made an informed choice about watching that movie or reading that book. Don't miss today's interview with Darren Fink who, together with his wife, Margie, has created a resource for parents with trauma-informed reviews of book, movies, and other media. Their reviews equip parents to connect with and understand their children from traumatic backgrounds. Relevant Resources and Links: Try Transfiguring Adoption Reviews for free* Transfiguring Adoption on Instagram Transfiguring Adoption on Facebook *affiliate link

#58: [Mentor Moment] Why does my child lie, and what should I do about it? Oct 15, 2019

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Mentor Moments give you a chance to join the conversation as we answer a listener question. These episodes guarantee we're providing the most helpful tools and resources for exactly where you are. This week's question is: Why does my child lie, and what should I do about it? Share your experience and advice in our private Facebook group. Click here to join. Do you have a question you'd like us to answer on a future episode? Call our listener hotline, 24 hours a day, at (208) 741-3880 to record your question. Relevant Links The Ultimate Parent Guide to Childhood Lying

#57: Adoption Reunion Reflections with Sherrie Eldridge Oct 08, 2019

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In this week's episode, Lisa chats with Sherrie Eldridge, adult adoptee and author of the best-seller, Twenty Things Adopted Kids Wish Their Parents Knew. With great wisdom and experience, Sherrie Eldridge shares her experience of being an adoptee in the era of closed adoptions and searching for her first family many decades later. We learn about recent first meetings with siblings now in their seventies! Relevant Resources and Links: Sherrie's Website Sherrie on Facebook Sherrie's grief box presentation Little Branch Gets Adopted by Sherrie Eldridge* Twenty Things Adopted Kids Wish Their Adoptive Parents Knew by Sherrie Eldridge* *affiliate link

#56: [Mentor Moments] How Do We Help Our Kids Navigate Hard Questions At School? Oct 01, 2019

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Mentor Moments give you a chance to join the conversation as we answer a listener question. These episodes guarantee we're providing the most helpful tools and resources for exactly where you are. This week's question is: How do we help our kids navigate hard questions at school? Share your experience and advice in our private Facebook group. Click here to join. Do you have a question you'd like us to answer on a future episode? Call our listener hotline, 24 hours a day, at (208) 741-3880 to record your question. Relevant Links The Compassion Challenge W.I.S.E. UP! Training W.I.S.E. UP! Power Book

#55: Using Music for Healing with Pam Parry Sep 24, 2019

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Are you looking for a fresh tool for your parenting toolbox? In this week's episode, Melissa interviews music therapist, Pam Parry. They discuss the power of using music to achieve non-musical goals and healing, especially for children with trauma histories. Relevant Resources and Links: Learn more about Music Therapy #25: Regulating Through Movement and Play with Robyn Gobbel Join The Adoption Connection Village (doors close on Monday, 9/30 at Midnight PDT) Try out a free coffee chat on Thursday, 9/26 at 8PM EDT or Monday, 9/30 at 1PM EDT! Click here to RSVP.

#54: [Mentor Moment] What Should I Look For In A Mental Health Professional? Sep 17, 2019

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Mentor Moments give you a chance to join the conversation as we answer a listener question. These episodes guarantee we're providing the most helpful tools and resources for exactly where you are. This week's question is: What should I look for when seeking a mental health professional to work with our family? Share your experience and advice in our private Facebook group. Click here to join. Do you have a question you'd like us to answer on a future episode? Call our listener hotline, 24 hours a day, at (208) 741-3880 to record your question. [FREE DOWNLOAD] What to Look for in a Mental Health Professional

#53: Restoring Your Sanity with Jayne Schooler Sep 10, 2019

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Why is self-care important? And who has time for it anyway? Adoptive and foster moms are often drowning in the needs of their children. We have so many people to care for, we can't begin to take care of ourselves. Can you relate to this? Today on The Adoption Connection podcast, Jayne Schooler shares some thoughts on seven different types of rest and the importance of implementing them in your life. Physical Mental Spiritual Emotional Sensory Social Creative Relevant Resources and Links: Connect with Jayne on Facebook Connect with Jayne at Back 2 Back's website Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity* by Saundra Dalton-Smith Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It's Impossible to Be Spiritually Mature, While Remaining Emotionally Immature * by Peter Scazzero Melissa's blog post on her silent retreat Lisa's blog post on Restorative Sabbatical *affiliate link

#52: [Mentor Moment] What Are The Best Ways To Bond With An Adopted Toddler? Aug 27, 2019

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Mentor Moments give you a chance to join the conversation as we answer a listener question. These episodes guarantee we're providing the most helpful tools and resources for exactly where you are. This week's question is: My biggest parenting challenge is bonding with my toddler. Can you give me some suggestions? Share your experience and advice in our private Facebook group. Click here to join. Do you have a question you'd like us to answer on a future episode? Call our listener hotline, 24 hours a day, at (208) 741-3880 to record your question. Related Resources I Love You Rituals by Becky Bailey* *this is an affiliate link.

#51: The Truth About RAD with Karen Buckwalter Aug 20, 2019

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Are you coping with really challenging behaviors with your child and searching for help? Often, as parents, we're looking for a diagnosis that will give words and validity to what we're seeing in our kids. If you have questions about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD), the impact of trauma, or similar issues, you'll appreciate hearing from Karen Buckwalter, a therapist with decades of experience specializing in trauma and attachment. Relevant Resources and Links: Karen on LinkedIn Chaddock on Facebook Chaddock's website Parenting from the Inside Out by Dan Siegel* Daniel Hughes, Ph.D. and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy The Theraplay Institute EMDR The Safe and Sound Protocol

#50: [Mentor Moment] How Should I Handle Homework Battles With My Adopted Child? Aug 13, 2019

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Mentor Moments give you a chance to join the conversation as we answer a listener question. These episodes guarantee we're providing the most helpful tools and resources for exactly where you are. This week's question is: How should I handle homework battles with my adopted child? Share your experience and advice in our private Facebook group. Click here to join. Do you have a question you'd like us to answer on a future episode? Call our listener hotline, 24 hours a day, at (208) 741-3880 to record your question.

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