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Adoption Acronyms

Author
Let's Talk Adoption
Published
Tue 24 Jun 2025
Episode Link
https://letstalkadoption.com/2025/06/24/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, learn, and leave feeling more confident about what those mysterious letters actually mean. Plus, we share a few made-up acronyms that perfectly describe the emotional rollercoaster of adoption.
What You'll Learn:
What ICPC is—and why it keeps you stuck in the hotel longer than expected
The respectful way to refer to an expectant or placing parent
What Pregnancy-Related Expenses (PRE) really cover
Helpful terms to know when baby is born and in care
Fun, fictional acronyms that adoption families will totally relate to!

Play along during the episode or use this bingo card as a fun way to learn adoption terms! Mark off each acronym as you hear or recognize it. (Click on the image to download a copy)

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