Bridging the Gap with Love

Trauma in Adoption

Whether we like it or not, trauma is present in adoption.
In today's episode, you will hear us navigate and discuss trauma with care and compassion.  Although we aren't experts in this area, we share a few ways we can honor and accept those with deep trauma wounds and scars. 
A couple articles that we found helpful:
https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/parenting/understanding-adoption-trauma/
https://www.verywellmind.com/i-am-grateful-to-be-adopted-and-adoption-is-still-traumatic-5224328

Phil’s Story Part 2 - Transracial Adoption

Phil shares a very important part of his story.  The fact that they are white parents raising a black son and a mixed race son.  He shares how this experience has helped him learn and grow himself, and how he wants to help others learn and grow so that we can ensure a better future for all of our children. This is such an important topic that you won't want to miss!

The Naegle Family

Thirteen years ago, Scott and Grace Naegle became the foster parents to 3 children, ages 2, 5 and 7. They thought it would be just a short term placement but it ended up being the beginning of  their forever family.  Listen as Scott, Grace, and their son, Tony, share their heartwarming story.  

Phil’s Story - Part 1

So often in adoption stories, we hear the female perspectives, but hearing from the males in these stories is also important! Today, we will hear from Phil, a father of 3 boys.  He shares his story on how his sons joined their family.  

The Forgotten Adoption Option with Marcy Bursac

Did you know that there are 115,000 children who are in the foster care system that are just waiting to go to their forever families? 
Marcy Bursac shares her passion to help others navigate the process of adopting through foster care. Her books and ways you can find her are posted below.
 
Founder - The Forgotten Adoption Option
USOA Mrs. Ohio 2022 * People's Choice * Top 16
2x Author. Adoptive Mom of 2. Podcast Host.
 
Read: "Are You a Forever Family?" & "The Forgotten Adoption Option"
Listen: The Forgotten Adoption Option Podcast
 
Facebook Community / Instagram / LinkedIn
 
Meet waiting children and get tools to pursue foster care adoption.

National Adoption Month

November is National Adoption Month!  This month we are excited to spread the good news of adoption! 

Alex’s Story - Part 2

In this episode, we reunite with Alex, but this time in person! We dive deeper into her story as a teenager and how it has lead her to this point in her relationship with Heidi. 

Healthy Boundaries

In this episode, we talk about the importance of healthy boundaries.  They aren't meant to restrict us, but to create a safe space for everyone to be able to grow. 

A Parent’s Perspective - Part 2

This is a continuation of our interview with Heidi's parents.  What has happened over the last twenty years?  And how have they felt meeting Alex and her family?  Listen to this episode as they continue to share their heart and gratitude. 

A Parent’s Perspective - Pt.1

In this episode, we talk with Kevin and Tally Wyatt, Heidi's parents.  They take us back 20 years and share their thoughts and feelings about finding out that their young, unwed daughter was pregnant.  You will also hear them share their hopes and heartache of when they first met their Birth-Granddaughter, Alex. 
 
They open up about their reactions, and give great advice to those who may find themselves in this similar situation.