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#185: [Summer Swap] Real-life Strategies for Building Trust and Attachment Jul 19, 2022

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We often have opportunities to be guests on other podcasts, and we've had some great conversations. We'd hate for you to miss them. Because we're taking the month of July off from recording new episodes, we thought it would be the perfect time to share some of those interviews with you right here on our podcast. Last summer, Lisa sat down with Chris, Kayla, and Ryan of the Empowered Parent Podcast to talk about her book, The Connected Parent. They talk about the writing process with Dr. Karyn Purvis and how this book complements The Connected Child. Click here to download a transcript of this episode. Relevant Links This episode first appeared at https://empoweredparent.net/podcast/. Empowered Parent Podcast The Connected Parent* book Join the Village (use code podcast) (includes The Hope Circle) *This is an affiliate link

#184: [Summer Swap] Redefining Success in Adoptive Parenting Jul 12, 2022

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We often have opportunities to be guests on other podcasts, and we've had some great conversations. We'd hate for you to miss them. Because we're taking the month of July off from recording new episodes, we thought it would be the perfect time to share some of those interviews with you right here on our podcast. This week, we're replaying a conversation Melissa had with Nick and Whitney Runyon of The Archibald Project. They talk about how every adoptee experiences their story differently and what happens when your child needs a higher level of care than you can provide. Click here to download a transcript of this episode. Relevant Links This episode first appeared at https://thearchibaldproject.com/podcast/redefining-success-in-adoptive-parenting-with-melissa-corkum/. Join the Village (use the code: podcast)

#183: [Summer Swap] Following God Into The Hard Jul 05, 2022

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We often have opportunities to be guests on other podcasts, and we've had some great conversations. We'd hate for you to miss them. Because we're taking the month of July off from recording new episodes, we thought it would be the perfect time to share some of those interviews with you right here on our podcast. This week, we're replaying a conversation Lisa had with Jamie Finn (@realmompodcast and @fosterthefamilyblog) about fostering a teen, jumping from 7 to 11 children, when adoption gets hard, residential treatment centers, and what it looks like to engage with God through it all. Click here to download a transcript for this episode. Relevant Links This episode first appeared at http://www.fosterthefamilyblog.com/episodes/s2-episode1-lisaqualls. Join the Village (use code podcast)

#182: [workshop] Speech & Language Development After Trauma with Cara Mohundro Jun 28, 2022

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Because trauma, early adversity, and chronic stress impact a child's ability to learn vicariously, many children struggle with issues related to speech and language development. If a child can't understand language or express their needs, they may have trouble making friends, following directions, or getting needs met without using behaviors. In this episode, Cara Mohundro, MA, CCC-SLP, teaches us practical ways we can encourage language development while still staying connected to our kids. Cara is a mom to four children by birth and adoption and lives and works in Memphis, TN. Click here to download a transcript for this episode. Relevant Links Memphis Family Connection Center Speech and Language Milestones by Age

#181: Multi Generations of Adoption from Three Sides of the Triad with Kitty Ravert Jun 21, 2022

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We value lived experience, so when we heard about Kitty's story, we knew we needed to invite her voice to the podcast. She represents all three sides of the adoption triad. Kitty was adopted as an infant, made an adoption plan for her son, and has one child by adoption. Her story tells of the complexities of reunification, the tricky feelings in adoption, and God's redemption through it all. Click here to download a transcript for this episode. Relevant Links Connect with Kitty on Facebook

#180: Mistakes You Might Be Making When Giving Consequences with Melissa Corkum Jun 14, 2022

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The worst feeling in the world is feeling powerless against our kids’ challenging behaviors. In an effort to regain control, we often threaten, yell, and assign ineffective consequences. This week, Melissa talks about the top five mistakes parents make when using consequences. Click here to download a transcript for this episode. Relevant Links Join The Village (use code: podcast)

#179: [mailbag] attachment, felt safety, teens, and praying for our kids Jun 07, 2022

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This week we answer listener questions such as: Do the behaviors only happening at home stem from an attachment issue? When will our teen daughter show signs of accepting us as parents? Why does our child lash out at us? How do you pray for your children? What are key scriptures you stand on? Click here to download a transcript for this episode. Relevant Links The Compassion Challenge Join The Village

#178: [workshop] Is it Trauma or ADHD? with Kay Heikes May 31, 2022

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Early trauma and childhood adversity cause changes in the brain. Kids with neurodivergent brains often display challenging behaviors which look a lot like ADHD. So how can we tell the difference? Kay Heikes, LSCSW, specializes in infant and early childhood mental health. She is a Trust-based Relational Intervention Practitioner® and commits her time to help support families learn how to help everyone feel safe, seen, heard and valued. During this workshop Kay enumerates the similarities and differences between ADHD and trauma, gives treatment options for ADHD, and addresses how to help your child with lagging executive functioning and social skills. Click here to download a transcript for this episode. Relevant Links Kay's Website Join The Village (use code podcast) Private Coaching with Greg TBRI Animate: Toxic Stress and the Brain on YouTube #87: The Impact of Prenatal Trauma on Children with Stacey Gagnon Join The Village for future workshops (use code: podcast)

#177: Attachment and Connection for Overwhelmed Parents with Lisa Qualls May 24, 2022

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Even if you have a large family or a very busy life, finding time to connect with our kids and build strong attachment is imperative. Lisa shares simple tips for building attachment and connection that you can fit into your already full life. Click here to download a transcript for this episode. Relevant Links Join the Village (use code podcast)

#176: [mailbag] adding more kids, residential treatment, unreasonable fears, car rides May 17, 2022

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This week we answer listener questions such as: Should we adopt again if one of our kids is opposed? How do I know if my teen needs residential treatment? How should I respond to unreasonable fears? How can I help my toddler who struggles on car rides? Click here to download a transcript for this episode. Relevant Links Sibling Webinar Safety Plan Webinar The Envoy Group Join The Village

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