Debbie shares the unimaginable loss of her quadruplets at 26 weeks, how surrender and faith reframed “why me?” into “how do I survive & thrive?”, and why she and her husband chose to adopt sibling groups from the foster care system. We dig into open adoption, PACAs, co-parenting with wisdom, honoring birth families, and what it really takes to build a legacy.
#CommonGroundPodcast #AdoptionJourney #FosterCareAdoption #OpenAdoption #BirthMoms #InfantLoss #GriefToLegacy #FaithAndHealing #TraumaInformed #CoParenting #Resilience #MenStandUp #Legacy #ChristianPodcast #Purpose #SurviveAndThrive #ParentingWithPurpose #NonprofitLeader #Hope #Healing #Testimony #PodcastInterview #InspirationDailyGuest: Debbie Simmons — CEO, adoptive mom of nine, author of Heart of LegacyGet the book (free): TheHeartOfLegacy.com
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Takeaways
Surviving is about breathing again and thriving is about believing again.
God doesn't waste pain; it can lead to purpose.
We are stronger together when we have grace in our relationships.
Adoption is a forever commitment and should be approached with intention.
Grief has many shapes and forms, and it's important to process those feelings.
The journey of adoption can be complex, but it can also be incredibly rewarding.
It's essential to understand the backgrounds of children in the adoption process.
Legacy is about being intentional with our lives and the impact we leave behind.
Healing is a journey that requires vulnerability and honesty.
We need to raise up better men to support women and children.
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