Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 5, Episode 251: Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2025Today's episode focuses on Domestic Violence Awareness and how domestic violence can impact or influence a birth parent's choice with an unplanned pregnancy. Adoption is an option that women choose when facing an unplanned pregnancy and are involved in a domestically violent relationship. Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 250: Birth Mother Living Expenses Explained 2025Becoming more educated in the area of birth mother living expenses will help you to feel more confident in your understanding of the adoption process and more knowledgeable about adoption in general. Learn all about birth mother living expenses during the adoption process. Understand the process and how the courts approve expenses. Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 249: What to Expect When You Are Expecting to AdoptIn today's episode we discuss the challenges and ups and downs of Domestic Adoption. We talk about occurrences that often happen within a Domestic Adoption Journey. We discuss what to expect and how to be prepared, Prepare yourself with adoption education.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 248: Siblings of AdopteesJoin us for today's episode about siblings of adoptees. Learn about the brothers and sisters of the baby that is placed for adoption. Understand the shared benefits of open adoption on biological siblings. Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 247: Opening Up About Closed AdoptionsToday's podcast is about closed adoptions. Learn about closed adoptions and why birth parents choose them. Learn about the effects of closed adoptions on all members of the adoption triad. Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 246: Openness In Open AdoptionToday's podcast focuses on open adoption. Open adoption can be beneficial for all members of the triad. Open adoption has varying degrees of openness. Learn about the positive impact adoption can have.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 245: Stepping Into The Adoption WorldIn today's episode, we learn about what it was like to step into the adoption world from this Podcast's Co-Host, Ron Reigns. Ron discusses what surprised him about adoption, what he has learned since working in the adoption world, and what his take-away is after having worked in and around the adoption world.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 244: Adoption Matches 2025In today's podcast episode, we discuss the matching process between adoptive families and birth parents. We dive into adoption preferences on both adoptive families and birth parents. Learn all about the ins and outs of the adoption matching process, whether you are about to begin your adoption journey, have already begin the adoption process or if you just want to learn more about adoption,Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 243: Support for Birth MothersLearn about what type of support pregnant women who make an adoption plan can receive. Learn all about where they can receive assistance, how long they can assistance and what type of assistance is available.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 242: Reflecting on My ReunificationIn today's episode, Kelly discusses her adoption reunification story with the hopes of educating others on the ins and outs of adoption reunification. She gives insight on adoption reunifications and what others may encounter along an adoption reunification journey.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 241: The Homestudy Process for Prospective Adoptive ParentsIn today's podcast, we discuss the Adoption Homestudy Process. Learn about what to expect during an Adoption Homestudy and what they entail. Adoption education is the key to a successful adoption.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption S4, Ep240; The Adoption Process For Prospective Adoptive ParentsIn today's podcast episode, we discuss the adoption process. By learning the steps in an adoption, you will be prepared for what will happen next. If you have a family member who is going on an adoption journey, this podcast will help you understand the steps in their adoption journey so you can be knowledgeable and supportive. Listen. Learn. Love
Birth Mother Matters S4, Ep239; Common Questions Adoptees HaveListen and learn about common questions adoptees have about being adopted. Learn about what their questions are and the answers they may receive. Loving the adoption world.Listen. Learn, Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 238: Debunking Adoption Myths 2025In today's episode, we debunk adoption myths. Learn all about what is true in the adoption world, and what is not. Adoption facts vs. adoption myths.Listen now. Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 237: Celebrating Birth Mother's Day in 2025Join us for today's episode, where we discuss Birth Mother's Day. We discuss ways to celebrate birth mothers, the purpose of Birth Mother's Day and the importance of why it increases adoption awareness.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 236: The Effects of Birthrates on AdoptionIn today's podcast, we discuss the current birthrate in the United States and its effect on adoption. We discuss current and future adoption trends.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 235: Is Adoption Financially Out of Our Reach?Are you considering adoption? Are you concerned about adoption costs and fees? In this podcast, we discuss ways to receive adoption financial assistance. We also discuss ways to fundraise.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 234: Adoption Questions For Birth ParentsThis episode is for pregnant women, along with their partners, considering adoption or who have started the adoption process. We discuss questions you may have or want to ask. You can educate yourself further by knowing what to ask! Learn all things adoption.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 233: Adoption All Around UsIn today's podcast, we explore how adoption is prevalent in our society and culture and its far-reaching impact. We discuss adoption in movies, books, songs, and how many celebrities have ties to adoption.Listen. Learn. Love.
Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 232: Choosing An Adoption Agency in 2025Today's episode focuses on choosing an adoption agency. We discuss what to look for in an adoption agency, the essential aspects of a reputable adoption agency, and why it is vital to use an adoption agency when creating an adoption plan.Listen. Learn. Love.