Let's Talk Adoption
Adoption is complex. It can be filled with joy, but it also comes with challenges, questions, and moments of uncertainty. This podcast is a place to explore all sides of adoption with honesty and compassion.
Whether you’re an adoptee, an adoptive parent, a birth parent, or simply someone interested in learning more, we share real stories and expert insights to help you better understand the impact adoption has on individuals and families. Together, we’ll navigate the complexities of adoption with openness and understanding.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 108
- Years Active
- 2015 - 2025
When Adoption Is Glorified or Demonized Online
Adoption conversations on social media often swing between two extremes: either it’s celebrated as the ultimate act of love, or condemned as harmful and exploitative.
In this episode of Let’s Talk …
In this episode of Let’s Talk …
00:24:03 |
Mon 08 Sep 2025
Is Today the Day to Begin Adoption?
Starting the adoption process can feel exciting and overwhelming. Many hopeful parents find themselves waiting for the “perfect” time: for more savings, fewer risks, or the feeling that every detail …
00:32:14 |
Tue 26 Aug 2025
Is Adoption Right for Every Couple?
Is adoption right for every couple? In this candid conversation, Heather and Kim explore the heart-check questions every hopeful parent should ask before starting the adoption process. From emotional…
00:51:30 |
Fri 15 Aug 2025
Adoption Tax Credit – Exciting Changes Ahead!
If you're adopting or even considering it, this episode is a must-listen. Heather and Kim break down the latest updates to the federal Adoption Tax Credit, including the new 2025 limit of $17,280, pa…
00:22:01 |
Tue 15 Jul 2025
3 Things Adoptive Families Should Know Before Adopting
Starting the adoption process can feel overwhelming—but what if a little honest insight could save you heartache and set you up for success? In this episode, Heather and Kim share the top three thing…
00:46:51 |
Thu 10 Jul 2025
Adoption Acronyms
Feeling lost in the alphabet soup of adoption? In this episode, Heather and Kim decode the most common acronyms used in the adoption world—from ICPC and TPR to PRE, AP, and even PP. You’ll laugh, lea…
00:44:29 |
Tue 24 Jun 2025
Making Adoption Affordable
Guest: Heather Featherston
This show offers tips and secrets for financing your adoption and how to find new ways to help fund your adoption. Also discussed are ways to budget and to save money when …
This show offers tips and secrets for financing your adoption and how to find new ways to help fund your adoption. Also discussed are ways to budget and to save money when …
00:25:03 |
Mon 26 Oct 2015
Having a Relationship with a Birth Mother
Guest: Melanie Beth Mosberg
Birth mother Melanie Beth Moseberg discusses the importance of the relationship between the adoptive family and the birth parent(s), and offers tips for making that relat…
Birth mother Melanie Beth Moseberg discusses the importance of the relationship between the adoptive family and the birth parent(s), and offers tips for making that relat…
00:25:08 |
Sun 25 Oct 2015
Pre-Natal Abuse, Part 2
Guest: Dr. Charles Sophy
What can you expect if your child has been exposed to pre-natal drug abuse? In the second part of this two-part program, Dr. Sophy talks about the effects of drug and alcoho…
What can you expect if your child has been exposed to pre-natal drug abuse? In the second part of this two-part program, Dr. Sophy talks about the effects of drug and alcoho…
00:26:15 |
Sun 25 Oct 2015
Pre-Natal Abuse, Part 1
Guest: Dr. Charles Sophy
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 di…
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 di…
00:30:01 |
Sun 25 Oct 2015
Your Child’s Temperament: Why Kids Act the Way They Do
Guest: Brenda Nixon
Guest Brenda Nixon is an author, speaker, and educator. She joins the show to discuss child behavior and offer practical insight into the challenges of child rearing. She shares …
Guest Brenda Nixon is an author, speaker, and educator. She joins the show to discuss child behavior and offer practical insight into the challenges of child rearing. She shares …
00:25:07 |
Sun 25 Oct 2015
Adopting in India
Guest: Hemlata Momaya
Learn about the steps needed to begin an adoption from India with guest Hemlata Momaya. Discover what the government of India is doing right now with regard to adoption and abo…
Learn about the steps needed to begin an adoption from India with guest Hemlata Momaya. Discover what the government of India is doing right now with regard to adoption and abo…
00:25:09 |
Sun 25 Oct 2015
When Are You Too Old to Adopt?
Guest: Marlou Russell
Can a person be too old to adopt? Lifestyles are changing, which has led to parenting at older ages. This can bring great benefits, as well as some challenges. Psychologist and…
Can a person be too old to adopt? Lifestyles are changing, which has led to parenting at older ages. This can bring great benefits, as well as some challenges. Psychologist and…
00:25:04 |
Sun 25 Oct 2015
Parenting Options
Guest: Patricia Mindell
Wondering what is right for you as you make decisions about becoming a parent? This show's guest is a therapist who can help you explore this issue, discuss options and help …
Wondering what is right for you as you make decisions about becoming a parent? This show's guest is a therapist who can help you explore this issue, discuss options and help …
00:25:05 |
Sun 25 Oct 2015
Waiting to Adopt
Guest: Geoff & Traci Morris
Waiting for your child can be a difficult process. This program covers one couple's story about how patience, faith, and hope play a role in the waiting game of adoption.
Waiting for your child can be a difficult process. This program covers one couple's story about how patience, faith, and hope play a role in the waiting game of adoption.
00:25:09 |
Sun 25 Oct 2015
Dealing with Fear About Birth Parents
Guest: Patricia Dischler
Author and speaker Patricia discusses the topic of fear with regard to a relationship with birth parents. She offers insight into how birth parents feel themselves, and tips…
Author and speaker Patricia discusses the topic of fear with regard to a relationship with birth parents. She offers insight into how birth parents feel themselves, and tips…
00:25:09 |
Sun 25 Oct 2015
10 Tips to Help You Succeed When Adopting
Guest: Heather Featherston
Are you considering adopting a child, and not sure where to start or what to do as you begin the adoption process? This program shares 10 things every family should know b…
Are you considering adopting a child, and not sure where to start or what to do as you begin the adoption process? This program shares 10 things every family should know b…
00:27:28 |
Sun 25 Oct 2015
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