Episodes

  • Adoption Disruption.An Overview

    Adoption Disruption.An Overview
    Nov 10 2017
    What is Adoption Disruption? On today's show we will take a deep dive into Adoption Disruption.why it occurs ,how and why it occurs and what families can do to stop it from happening. Let's get started.
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    56 mins
  • Encore: Adoption 101. Where Do We Start?

    Encore: Adoption 101. Where Do We Start?
    Nov 3 2017
    Join me Micah Johnson and my guest Shannon Murphy- Johnson from A Step Ahead Adoption Services as we launch the very first episode of Adoption Unscripted Radio. So many of us have a personal connection to adoption, and we all have a story. Adoption Unscripted is the place for us to share those stories. On today's show we'll explore your adoption options and where you should start. Is Domestic, International, or adopting from Foster Care better for your family? Should you use an adoption agency or an attorney, what is the home study process like, how long does it take. What's the average cost for adoption and how your can finance it? Shannon has spent the past 13 years guiding families every step of the way as they begin this journey and she can help us answer these questions and more. Join me every Friday morning for insightful and interesting conversations where we talk All Things Adoption with folks who are living this real life everyday. Welcome! We're So Happy Your Here!
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    56 mins
  • Adoption Unscripted 10/27/17

    Adoption Unscripted 10/27/17
    Oct 27 2017
    57 mins
  • Adoption Unscripted Friday, October 20, 2017

    Adoption Unscripted Friday, October 20, 2017
    Oct 20 2017
    57 mins
  • Transracial Adoption and The Conspicuous Family

    Transracial Adoption and The Conspicuous Family
    Oct 13 2017
    What are they staring at? In today's episode we'll discuss Transracial Adoption and what it means to be a Conspicuous Family, the stares, unsolicited comments, & YES the nosy and sometimes inappropriate questions. I'll share stories, talk strategies & discuss what it's like navigating as a Conspicuous family. We'll also discuss how to talk with family and friends about your decision to adopt Transracially or Transculturally and how that decision can impact the entire family.
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    55 mins
  • Life After Placement: My Chat with a Birth Mom

    Life After Placement: My Chat with a Birth Mom
    Oct 6 2017
    Is there life after you make an adoption plan for your child? Absolutely! But it's the unknown that can be scary, right. What will your New Normal look like? On today's show I'll chat with Lynea Krukiewicz-Founder of 'Life After Placement an On-line Support Network Committed to Serving Women after they've made an adoption plan and placement. Lynea is a birth mom herself and a Warrior Princess win it comes to fighting along side of birth moms! She has an incredible story to share, which became the foundation for her mission- to help Birth Moms Get There Lives Back. She's authentic and honest, no BS form this lady! Nothing but love! Join Us!
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    55 mins
  • Hello Beautiful! : Hair Care and Your Adopted Child Of Color

    Hello Beautiful! : Hair Care and Your Adopted Child Of Color
    Sep 29 2017
    Ok, So it's time to Do your black child's hair.. Now What? I know caring for your child's hair, especially if they are a different race than yourself, can be nothing less than overwhelming. It's a journey in unfamiliar territory right? But, I believe there is a better way. What if you had help? A blueprint for you to navigate those locks. We all need a little hand holding sometimes, right? But we know that this stuff is important and each of us has the same goal. We want our children to really like the face looking back at them in the mirror. With the proper understanding, education, the right products, and a maintenance plan I can help you care for your child's beautiful tresses. (Smiles for everyone!)​​ Friends get your pen and paper out because school is in session! We're creating a Blueprint for Your Black Child's Hair! (and their Soul!)
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    57 mins
  • Transracial Adoption: How to Step Up Your Parenting Game!

    Transracial Adoption: How to Step Up Your Parenting Game!
    Sep 22 2017
    As Promised, Kevin Hofmann author of Growing Up Black in White is Back!! Let's face it, parenting can sometimes be challenging, especially when we're doing it well! Transracial parenting is no different. ALL Parenting can be a little tricky. So I love it when I can ask for help from folks I trust. Folks who've been there and can provide not only the good word and support, but most importantly strategies and solutions when I'm feeling stuck. So that's what we're doing on today's show. We're not reinventing the wheel, just ofering some help if you need it. Join Kevin and I as we help you Step Up Your Transracial Parenting Game!!
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    55 mins