Let's Talk Adoption With Mardie Caldwell

Guest: George & Lilly Parker In the second part of this two-part series, Pastor George Parker and his wife, Lilly, further how to keep your marriage strong during the stressful time of infertility and adoption. The post Strengthening & Renewing Your Marriage While Building Your Family, Part 2 appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: George & Lilly Parker Starting a family can create a tremendous amount of stress and strain on a marriage, particularly when issues of infertility and adoption are involved. Host Mardie Caldwell is joined by Pastor George Parker and his wife Lilly, to discuss techniques you can use to strengthen your relationship during this time. The post Strengthening & Renewing Your Marriage While Building Your Family, Part 1 appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Kristine Ashcroft The emerging science of DNA is making an impact in the world of adoption. Learn about the use of DNA in paternity testing, as well as its use to help adoptees confirm siblings and other family members. The post How DNA is Changing Adoption appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Dr. Ron Huff Autism is on the rise not only in the U.S. but world-wide. Specialist Ronald Huff discusses the history of autism, what parents can look for, treatment, and available services. The post Why is Autism on the Rise? appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Jim Handy Adoption Attorney and adoptive father Jim Handy joins the show to discuss everything you have ever wanted to know about the adoption assistance program. You’ll learn what it is and how it can help you and your child. The post Adoption Assistance Program appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Carol Everett Hear about the behind-the-scenes facts from an abortion clinic, things few people know about. Carol Everett, a prior abortion clinic owner, shares information you’ll be surprised to learn. The post Selling Abortions appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Robyn Henk Guest Robyn Henk is an author, adoptive mother and grandmother who discusses the challenges of infertility and how faith helped her through the difficult times. Comfort and understanding can be found through discovering God’s bigger dream for you. The post Faith in Adoption appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: William Perez What tax credits are available to you? How can you reduce your tax base when adopting? The vocabulary and basics of these topics will be covered so you can be better prepared! The post Answers to Your Adoption Tax Credit Questions appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Cynthia Savage Why aren’t people adopting in the U.S.? How has the foster care system been changing? This show explores why people are choosing to adopt abroad and how that’s affected our systems here in the U.S. The post Foster Care: Why Aren’t People Adopting in the U.S.? appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: James Derk From 1997-2001, the Derk’s adopted seven children, six of whom were siblings from Hungary. Hear about how they set out to adopt them and the maze they encountered. The post Large Family Adoption appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Marie Bartlett-Sloan Whether you’re traveling internationally to adopt your child, or have children you’ll be taking along with you, this program offers tips and important information to help you prepare and succeed in your journey. The post International Travel Tips for Adopting appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Martha Bolton Everyone has to deal with loss or grief at some time, from the death of a loved one, to broken relationships, to failures. Martha Bolton joins the show to talk about saying goodbye when you don’t want to, or aren’t ready to. The post Saying Goodbye appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Tom Bohnhorst Adoptive father, writer, and researcher Tom Bohnhorst joins this show. He provides a glimpse into the fascinating thoughts of children of adoption. The post What Are Kids Saying About Adoption? appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Savana Newman How long does it take to complete a home study? What’s the purpose of an autobiography? Why does it cost as much as it does? This episode provides the answers to these questions and much more! The post The Ins & Outs of Home Studies appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Carrie Kitze Starting the adoption dialog early with children can be very beneficial with an adoptive child, and helps create the foundation for conversations to come. This program discusses age appropriate topics for adoptive children, when to start discussions, and how you can prepare. This is part two of a two-part show. The post How to Talk to Your Children About Adoption, Part 2 appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Carrie Kitze In part one of this two-part series, guest Carrie Kitze explores the issues that surround approaching the topic of adoption with your child, particularly when international adoptions are involved. Recommendations and tools are offered. The post How to Talk to Your Children About Adoption, Part 1 appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Kristine Mason Kristine tells her own story of the loss of her older son in the war. She shares how it affected her family and how she found the faith and strength to go on. The post How to Cope with the Loss of a Child While Raising Others appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Heather Featherston The holidays can be a difficult time when you’re waiting to be chosen to adopt a baby. How do you answer questions from relatives? How do you stay positive? How do you deal with stress, grief or fear? This program provides some helpful hints and recommendations to help you through your adoption […] The post How to Survive the Holidays While Waiting appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Heather Featherston In this post 9-11 society we live in, many birth mothers and families are searching for stronger relationships, the support of faith, and a return to core family values. Guest Heather Featherston understands this and offers a unique look at the dynamics involved in birth mothers choosing adoptive families. The post Why Christians Are More Successful When Adopting appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Micheline Kemist Micheline Kemist, an adoptive mother, joins the show to share her adoption story. She has experienced great loss in adoption and has gone beyond to experience great joy. Her heartwarming story will be a blessing for you. The post Surviving the Wait, a Reclaim & Match Success appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.