Many teachers don't understand how tricky some traditional assignments are for adopted or foster children. The family tree project...
#100: Surprise Guest Hosts and a Celebratory Giveaway
It's time to celebrate! This is the 100th episode of The Adoption Connection podcast! We've worked hard to show...
#99: Finding the Silver lining in Your Child’s Challenging Behaviors
Have you ever stopped to appreciate your child's challenging behaviors? It's not our first inclination either, but Lynne Jackson,...
#98: [Mentor Moment] I’m freaked out about this school year. Help!
Mentor Moments give you a chance to join the conversation as we answer a listener question. These episodes guarantee...
#97: Building a Family by Faith with Maria Hansen-Quine
In this episode, Maria Hansen-Quine shares her remarkable story of becoming an adoptive family. Her family of nine children...
#96: Race and Adoption Panel
Race and adoption. Two issues with many layers of complexity. This week we're replaying a conversation we hosted in...
#95: An Adoptee’s Experience with Loss and Fear with Sara Easterly
A lot of adoptees share big feelings of loss, fear, and abandonment. They seem to have a birthmom shaped...
#94: Resetting the Nervous System for Felt Safety
Obviously, our kids are safe with us most of the time. We put a roof over their head, keep...
#93: Recognizing and Overcoming Post-Adoption Depression with Amy Callahan
You've heard of postpartum depression, but did you that adoptive moms can experience something quite similar?According to a 2012...