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20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeWhen Love Isn’t Enough: Amy VanTine on Parenting Through RADSend us a textIn this deeply moving episode, Sherrie Eldridge welcomes Amy Vantine, a mother, educator, and co-founder of RAD Advocates, to share her harrowing and inspiring journey of parenting a child with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). From her early dreams of motherhood to the trauma, confusion, and eventual heartbreak of dissolving an adoption, Amy opens up about the realities few talk about—and the healing mission she’s now embraced to support other families walking a similar path.Key Takeaways:Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Is Often Misunderstood: Children with...2025-04-2938 min20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeBreaking the Cycle: Tova J. Kreps on Trauma, Adoption, and Building Resilient FamiliesSend us a textIn this episode, Sherrie invites Tova J. Kreps, licensed social worker and co-founder of Wellspring Counseling, to discuss the complexities of adoption, trauma recovery, and the power of faith in navigating these challenges. Tova shares her inspiring journey, shaped by her upbringing in a missionary family, her personal experience with adoption, and her decades of professional work helping families navigate the complexities of trauma and mental health. Together, they explore the unique challenges adoptive parents face, the importance of setting healthy boundaries, and the profound need for self-care and support in times of...2025-01-1834 min
UnPerfect - Strengthen Your Faith, Connect With God & Grow SpirituallyNavigating Foster Care and Adoption With Hope and HealingIn Episode #79 of the UnPerfect Podcast, author/speaker and textile artist Julie Bagamary shares her deeply personal journey into navigating foster and adoptive parenting.Julie and her husband, Randy, never imagined themselves as parents again after their four children were grown, but God had other plans. After the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, Julie felt a stir to adopt a child affected by the tragedy. What started as a call to action soon became a transformative journey that would change their family forever.Topics Discussed on Adoptive and Foster Parenting:The Call to Adopt2024-11-2921 min20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeFrom Fear to Love: Healing and Hope in Adoption with Brian PostSend us a textIn this heartfelt and transformative episode, Sherrie Eldridge sits down with esteemed guest Brian Post, a renowned adoption and child behavior expert. Brian, an adoptee and former foster child, shares his compelling life story—from his early experiences in foster care to reuniting with his birth mother decades later. His journey underscores the resilience, trauma, and profound emotional growth that many adoptees experience.Brian discusses the power of love as a healing force, the critical importance of self-awareness, and the hard truths about the foster and adoption systems. He reveals how st...2024-11-0536 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveUnderstanding Ourselves With Sherrie EldridgeThriving is about who we are as well as how we feel. Listen in as Sherrie and I go deep into identity and healing. Sherrie is a christian - and I'm not - so there's some different views and mutual respect. A particularly powerful episode.For well over two decades, Sherrie Eldridge has offered her unique voice within the adoption community, as an established author and international speaker. An adoptee herself, Eldridge has the ability to see life through the eyes of an adopted child. In her seven published titles, she has shared her passion for validating a...2024-10-171h 0020 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeVirginia Wells: Addressing Grief and Loss in AdoptionSend us a textIn this conversation, Sherrie Eldridge interviews Virginia Wells, an adoptive mom and author, about her experiences and insights. They discuss the challenges of adoptive parenting, the importance of preparation and realistic expectations, and the power of prayer. Virginia shares her own journey as an adoptive mom and offers advice for prospective adoptive parents. She also talks about her upcoming book, which covers topics such as grief, identity, and self-care in the context of adoption. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for support, understanding, and a compassionate approach to adoption.All Rights...2024-08-2828 min20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeVirginia Wells Speaks Hope to Discouraged Adoptive MomsSend us a Text Message.n this conversation, Sherrie Eldridge interviews Virginia Wells, an adoptive mom and author, about her experiences and insights. They discuss the challenges of adoptive parenting, the importance of preparation and realistic expectations, and the power of prayer. Virginia shares her own journey as an adoptive mom and offers advice for prospective adoptive parents. She also talks about her upcoming book, which covers topics such as grief, identity, and self-care in the context of adoption. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for support, understanding, and a compassionate approach to adoption....2024-07-3141 min20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeJocelyn Williams' Adoption Journey and Attachment TheorySend us a textJocelyn Williams, a developmental movement consultant, discusses the importance of movement-based solutions for infant and child development. She emphasizes the significance of the first year of life in building the foundation of neurology and explains how movement patterns and sensory experiences contribute to brain development. Williams shares her personal experience of adopting children and the challenges they faced, including attachment issues and learning difficulties. She highlights the role of neurodevelopmental movement in addressing these challenges and promoting healing. Williams also encourages parents to prioritize self-care and forgiveness as they navigate the journey of...2024-06-0636 min20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeDafna Lender, LCSW, Explains Why RAD Diagnosis Is OutdatedSend us a textDafna Lender, LCSW, is a Licensed Social Worker and Certified Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapist. Experts such as Besssel van der Koklk applaud her work.When Sherrie Eldridge asks her about the term "Reactive Attachment Disorder," quite the conversation occurred. Sherrie shared her story of how she has recovered from this, and Dafna taught in depth how and why the term is outdated and what adoptive moms need to understand about parenting a child that has come from severe trauma.Key points from the podcast:1. Correct and current diagnostic t...2024-05-0835 min
20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeAuthor Keri Williams Addresses Reactive Attachment DisorderSend us a textIn this episode, I talk with award-winning author and advocate, Keri Williams, about her two-decade journey as a foster and adoptive parent, highlighting the challenges of Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Keri shares her personal adoption experiences and the behavioral challenges she faced. She discusses navigating mental health systems, societal misconceptions, and the need for more support and resources for RAD caregivers. Join me for this enlightening conversation on parenting children with RAD and the importance of self-care and advocacy in the adoption community.All Rights Reserved. @sherrieeldridge2024-03-2732 min
20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeAuthor Karen Springs Encourages Parents Who Adopted Children InternationallySend us a textKaren Springs provides cutting-edge research about how adoptive families wit kids adopted from overseas have progressed. In her new book—THE BACKSEAT OF ADOPTION, she shares How the families she worked with in Europe are currently progressing. Are the children thriving? Are the parents thriving?What are the joys of parenting?What are common obstacles?How many children are searching for their roots?Are the parents involved in their adult children’s lives?All Rights Reserved. @sherrieeldridge2024-02-2134 min
20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeAdoptee Julie Ryan McGue's Search for OriginsSend us a textWhat could be more exciting than to be an adopted person and find the family that you never knew existed? All Rights Reserved. @sherrieeldridge2024-01-2624 min
The KickAshLife Podcast#25: How I Met My Sisters - A Thanksgiving Miracle - An Adoption StoryA friend encouraged me to share the story of how I met my sisters, Ashley and Chelsea. Yes, I have a sister named Ashley, isn’t life fun?! Tune in for the details! This is a story of adoption and a Thanksgiving miracle. It’s a wild story, so buckle up buttercup! What I hope you take from this is how beautiful life is, with all its surprises, which often appear in our darkest moments. Family is a fascinating study, as is the nature-nurture dynamic. Family can mean all manner of things but, at the end of the day, fami...2023-11-2231 min
Simple Steps for the Whole YouShedding Light on AdoptionWelcome to Episode #11 of Simple Steps for the Whole You.
Today, Michelle and Lisa are excited to discuss their personal connections to adoption, as November is National Adoption Awareness Month.
Michelle tells a beautiful story of being able to support a dear friend before, during, and after an international adoption. She shares her friends heartfelt sentiments of how adopting her daughter has led her to a deeper understanding of God’s love and adoption of us. The sacrificial love that makes us children and no longer orphans.
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20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeNavigating Adoptee BirthdaysSend us a textHi, my friends. Well, we're going to visit the subject of adoptee birthdays again today. I just recently had one. I'm well into my seventh decade of life, and I look back and I realize that there are so many things that I couldn't say or explain. About adoptee birthdays in my younger years, but I'd just kinda like to share with you the new thoughts that I have about birthdays so that maybe the whole triad adoptees, my fellow adoptees, birth parents, adoptive parents, foster parents, can glean some insights so that...2023-08-1617 min
Fostering Voices PodcastAn Adoptee's Story - The Blessing; the HeartbreakSummary: In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we delve into the world of adoption through the eyes of Mea Han Fajardo, an extraordinary international adoptee and the visionary behind FostAdopt Connections. Join us as we explore Mea's deeply personal journey and how she has transformed her experiences into a powerful platform, fostering meaningful opportunities and connections for children in foster care and group homes. Throughout the conversation, Mea opens up about the unique challenges and joys of being an adoptee, offering valuable insights that shed light on the intricacies of the adoption process. Her heartfelt reflections...2023-07-2535 minFostering Voices PodcastAn Adoptee's Story - The Blessing; the HeartbreakSummary: In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we delve into the world of adoption through the eyes of Mea Han Fajardo, an extraordinary international adoptee and the visionary behind FostAdopt Connections. Join us as we explore Mea's deeply personal journey and how she has transformed her experiences into a powerful platform, fostering meaningful opportunities and connections for children in foster care and group homes. Throughout the conversation, Mea opens up about the unique challenges and joys of being an adoptee, offering valuable insights that shed light on the intricacies of the adoption process. Her heartfelt reflections...2023-07-2535 min20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeSherrie Encourages Younger Fellow-Adopted ChildrenSend us a textSometimes, adopted children get discouraged about numerous meltdowns and need encouragement from someone who's been there--author Sherrie Eldridge. Eldridge crafted this short message just for the children by sharing the reason for meltdowns, which is trauma. Children are taught that because of the repercussions of trauma, oftentimes love from others and from God doesn’t translate as love. Eldridge shares several personal examples and encourages children to:1. Remember that God has a wonderful purpose for their lives.2. Be hopeful that meltdowns can diminish and healing from trauma can occur.3. Trust that t...2023-07-1813 min20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeSusan Tebos Shares Book for Adopted TeensSend us a textAnd I'm very excited about this guest that's going to be talking with me during the next segment. It is Susan Tebows, who is the author of, we've Been There, true Stories, surprising Insights, and Aha Moments for Adopted Teens. Susan is a writer, speaker, bible study leader and adoptive mom. And she's got such a heart for adoptees. I was so taken by that. So fellow adoptees, I know you're gonna really like her insights in this book and in this podcast, she and her husband Mike have t...2023-05-1132 min20 THINGS ADOPTION PODCAST with Sherrie EldridgeDafna Lender LCSW, Describes Adoptee LossSend us a textTeen and adult adoptees will be encouraged by such a gifted therapist as Dafna Lender LCSW. Dafna shares initially how her upbringing challenged her to be a voice for those that have no voice. Hearing her validation of the adoptee loss is moving and will bless the heart of every adoptee that listens. Additionally, Lender addresses the need of adoptive and foster parents to know what will help them address control issues, such as procrastination for going to school. Lastly, Sherrie Eldridge asks Lender if she thinks a recovery-type prog...2023-04-0215 min