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Adoption in Focus - Jonathan's Journey - Navigating life together into adulthood.

Adoption in Focus - Jonathan's Journey - Navigating life together into adulthood.

Update: 2025-07-24

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In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Jonathan, a father who shares his family's powerful adoption journey from the early conversations and assessment process to welcoming his son James home and navigating life together into adulthood.

With honesty and warmth, Jonathan reflects on the challenges, triumphs, and lasting impact of adoption. Whether you're exploring adoption or well along the path, his story offers comfort, insight, and inspiration.

We hope you enjoy this episode. If you have any topics you'd like us to cover or you have a story to share please get in touch: podcast@adoption-focus.org.uk

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Adoption in Focus - Jonathan's Journey - Navigating life together into adulthood.

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