Welcome to Parenting Uncovered! While we haven't personally experienced adoption, we've walked alongside numerous individuals who have embarked on this incredible journey In this episode, we're delving into adoption – the highs, hurdles, and heart. From foster care to international adoption, open vs. closed adoption, and handling challenges like spousal disagreements. We touch on grieving and support for infertility and offer practical ways to support adoptive families. Join us for a real talk on the Parenting Uncovered podcast!
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Takeaways

Consider adoption and be open to God's calling.

Support adoptive families through prayer, financial assistance, and practical help.

Educate yourself about different adoption processes and the challenges they may present.

Grieve the loss of biological children and embrace the unique blessings of adoption.


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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Dad Jokes
00:36 Importance of Adoption
01:06 Supporting Adoption
02:03 Different Adoption Processes
02:54 Supporting Adoption Families
03:49 Open vs. Closed Adoption
04:47 Challenges of Open Adoption
06:14 Spouse Disagreement on Adoption
07:40 Praying for Unity in Adoption Decision
08:34 Long and Arduous Adoption Process
09:26 Celebrating the Child's Culture of Origin
10:55 Adjusting to Adopted Siblings1
2:52 Considerations for Infertility and Adoption
13:19 Movie Recommendation: Instant Family
14:19 Grieving the Loss of Biological Children
15:47 God's Timing and Miracles in Adoption
17:39 Dealing with Unexpected Health Issues in Adoption
19:54 Supporting Adoption as the Body of Christ
20:22 Practical Ways to Support Adoptive Families
21:49 Respite Care for Foster Parents
23:40 Ashley'sFascinating Fact
24:34 Daves Dad Joke
25:02 Conclusion and Call to Action
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