What can you expect if your child has been exposed to pre-natal drug abuse? In the first part of this two-part show, Dr. Sophy discuses the effects of particular drugs at different times on the developing baby.
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The emerging science of DNA is making an impact in the world of adoption. Learn about the use of DNA in paternity testing, as well as its use to help adoptees confirm siblings and other family members.
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Autism is on the rise not only in the U.S. but world-wide. Specialist Ronald Huff discusses the history of autism, what parents can look for, treatment, and available services.
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Adoption Attorney and adoptive father Jim Handy joins the show to discuss everything you have ever wanted to know about the adoption assistance program. You’ll learn what it is and how it can help you and your child.
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Hear about the behind-the-scenes facts from an abortion clinic, things few people know about. Carol Everett, a prior abortion clinic owner, shares information you’ll be surprised to learn.
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Guest Robyn Henk is an author, adoptive mother and grandmother who discusses the challenges of infertility and how faith helped her through the difficult times. Comfort and understanding can be found through discovering God’s bigger dream for you.
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What tax credits are available to you? How can you reduce your tax base when adopting? The vocabulary and basics of these topics will be covered so you can be better prepared!
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Why aren’t people adopting in the U.S.? How has the foster care system been changing? This show explores why people are choosing to adopt abroad and how that’s affected our systems here in the U.S.
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From 1997-2001, the Derk’s adopted seven children, six of whom were siblings from Hungary. Hear about how they set out to adopt them and the maze they encountered.
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Whether you’re traveling internationally to adopt your child, or have children you’ll be taking along with you, this program offers tips and important information to help you prepare and succeed in your journey.
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Everyone has to deal with loss or grief at some time, from the death of a loved one, to broken relationships, to failures. Martha Bolton joins the show to talk about saying goodbye when you don’t want to, or aren’t ready to.
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Adoptive father, writer, and researcher Tom Bohnhorst joins this show. He provides a glimpse into the fascinating thoughts of children of adoption.
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How long does it take to complete a home study? What’s the purpose of an autobiography? Why does it cost as much as it does? This episode provides the answers to these questions and much more!
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Starting the adoption dialog early with children can be very beneficial with an adoptive child, and helps create the foundation for conversations to come. This program discusses age appropriate topics for adoptive children, when to start discussions, and how you can prepare. This is part two of a two-part show.
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In part one of this two-part series, guest Carrie Kitze explores the issues that surround approaching the topic of adoption with your child, particularly when international adoptions are involved. Recommendations and tools are offered.
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Kristine tells her own story of the loss of her older son in the war. She shares how it affected her family and how she found the faith and strength to go on.
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The holidays can be a difficult time when you’re waiting to be chosen to adopt a baby. How do you answer questions from relatives? How do you stay positive? How do you deal with stress, grief or fear? This program provides some helpful hints and recommendations to help you through your adoption wait.
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In this post 9-11 society we live in, many birth mothers and families are searching for stronger relationships, the support of faith, and a return to core family values. Guest Heather Featherston understands this and offers a unique look at the dynamics involved in birth mothers choosing adoptive families.
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Micheline Kemist, an adoptive mother, joins the show to share her adoption story. She has experienced great loss in adoption and has gone beyond to experience great joy. Her heartwarming story will be a blessing for you.
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How does the foster care system work? What does it take to become a foster parent? Find out how you can become a foster parent and what to expect.
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Learn more about what foster care is, and isn’t. There are plenty of myths about foster care and the children in the system. This show sorts facts from fiction.
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Adoption fraud and scams have been in the media a lot these past few years. But how exactly do you avoid them? Valuable information is provided that can save you heartbreak, time and money.
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A wonderful interview with Melanie Moseberg about her open adoption and the importance of positive reinforcement for birth mothers post-placement. Melanie shares about the importance of the Internet when searching for information and support for birth mothers.
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Our guest Mary Frost was adopted as a child, and made an adoption plan for her second child. In this episode, she shares how wonderful her life was with her adoptive parents. Her experience as an adoptee helped her explain adoption to her husband.
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Birth father Blaine Hall shares his thoughts, story and insight on making the right decision when faced with his girlfriend’s unplanned pregnancy at a young age.
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