2 Adoptive Mamas

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This week for Episode 088 we’re wrapping up Season 4 with some highlights and encouragement as we all step into the summer months. For both of us (Liz & Sarah) we have experienced a l…

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One of our primary goals here at Two Adoptive Mamas is to take a deep dive when we need one. When Andrea Pollack's name came across our desk, we knew we needed this for Episode 087. W…

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There's something extra-sweet about popping in your earbuds and having the opportunity to hear an adoption story from a mama. Sometimes through different seasons of our walk, we forge…

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We've said it before, and we'll say it again, there's so much to consider when we discuss the adoption triad. For Episode 085 we're taking a deep dive with Daniela Coats to discuss wh…

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The dads are back! We’re thrilled to share this fun conversation for Episode 084 with Chris Telesco — you may remember his better half, Melissa, who joined us for Season 3 to share ab…

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For Episode 083 we're pleased to share the privilege of having a conversation with Sharon Denny. You name it, she's got the experience when it comes to foster care and adoption. Her h…

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We’re taking a trip! Down memory lane to take a closer look at what it looks like to prepare and actually travel for both international and domestic adoption. There are so many moving…

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If there's one thing we've learned over the years, it's that through sharing stories we don't feel so alone. It's with this in mind that we recorded Episode 081 with Kelsey Knodel. Sh…

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They're back! It's the dad-cast for Episode 080 and they're joined by Nate Smith to talk about finding perseverance and hope in the midst of foster care.  You'll remember our time wit…

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We're back! With Part 2 of our Parenting Teens mini-series with Abby Keiser from COBYS Family Services. This week we're taking a closer look at what it means to help a teen find their…

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Two words that can inflict some uncertainty --- parenting teens. Even more so, is parenting teens from hard places. But here's the thing, they need us and we have so much to learn fro…

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Episode 077 is one that we could listen to over and over again. Ashley Mitchell is one of a kind. She's brought her heart, passion, and determination to tackle the tough stuff for thi…

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Heidi Glick is so full of heart, and our conversation with her is like a warm hug from a fellow adoptive mama who has been in the trenches and holds so much hope for the future. She’s…

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We first welcomed Chelsea Sobolik during Season 2 to talk about her work in advocating for families at our nation’s capital. Her personal story of adoption, journey to international ad…

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These stories are hard to share. They open wounds, challenge our faith, and test our hearts. There is nothing simple, easy, or brief when it comes to adoption and foster care. There i…

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They're the silent heroes behind the podcast, supporting us since day one and every step of the way. They're our other halves and have walked the joyful, painful, everyday moments wit…

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This episode is terrific. That might sound very self-promoting, but it has nothing to do with us and EVERYTHING to do with Raquel's heart for adoption, kinship care, and transforming …

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There's nothing like a good book! But what about when you're looking for one to help tell your family's story, and you just can't seem to find the right narrative? Adoption is beautif…

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Sometimes it's difficult to articulate the challenges we face as foster and adoptive parents. As we navigate the needs of our children, our own feelings, emotions, and needs often fal…

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Can you believe it?! Season 4 is HERE! It's been 68 episodes since we introduced ourselves, so we figured for Episode 069 (and for all the new listeners!) we'd take a step back into o…