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Flip Your MindsetEp 127: The Hidden Trauma of Adoption No One Talks AboutWhen we think of adoption, we often picture a beautiful story—one of love, new beginnings, and a child finding their forever home. But what if there’s more to the story? What if, beneath the surface, adoptees are carrying a trauma that few parents are ever prepared for?In my latest podcast episode, I sat down with Beth Syverson, an adoptive mother whose journey took an unexpected and heartbreaking turn. Her son, Joey, struggled with chronic suicidality—something Beth never connected to his adoption until it was nearly too late.The Re...2025-03-171h 05
Unraveling AdoptionUnpacking Adoption Trauma: Insights from an Adoptive Parent with Stacey Uhrig - Ep 164“They [our kids] can't be more regulated than you are. They can only be as regulated as the least regulated person in the house.” - Stacey Uhrig EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of Unraveling Adoption, I had the pleasure of speaking with Stacey Uhrig, an adoptive parent and certified trauma recovery coach. Stacey shared her journey into adoption, which began after her own struggles with infertility. She emphasized the emotional complexities and challenges that come with adoption, particularly the trauma that both adoptees and adoptive parents may face. Stacey discussed her experiences raising two b...2024-09-2336 min