Let's Talk Adoption with Mardie Caldwell

Guest: Nicole “Coley” Strickland This young woman has taken her personal challenge of an unplanned pregnancy and turned it into her life’s mission. She co-founded BirthMom Buds, an Internet-based non-profit ministry which provides support to birth mothers. The post A Birthmother’s Perspective appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Heather Featherston This show offers tips and secrets for financing your adoption and how to find new ways to help fund your adoption. Also discussed are ways to budget and to save money when making baby-related purchases. The post Making Adoption Affordable appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Melanie Beth Mosberg Birth mother Melanie Beth Moseberg discusses the importance of the relationship between the adoptive family and the birth parent(s), and offers tips for making that relationship go smoothly. The post Having a Relationship with a Birth Mother appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Dr. Charles Sophy What can you expect if your child has been exposed to pre-natal drug abuse? In the second part of this two-part program, Dr. Sophy talks about the effects of drug and alcohol on a child after birth, what parents can anticipate, and services that are available. The post Pre-Natal Abuse, Part 2 appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Dr. Charles Sophy What can you expect if your child has been exposed to pre-natal drug abuse? In the first part of this two-part show, Dr. Sophy discuses the effects of particular drugs at different times on the developing baby. The post Pre-Natal Abuse, Part 1 appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Brenda Nixon Guest Brenda Nixon is an author, speaker, and educator. She joins the show to discuss child behavior and offer practical insight into the challenges of child rearing. She shares fascinating research about the nine temperaments children are born with and how they contribute toward personality. The post Your Child’s Temperament: Why Kids Act the Way They Do appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Hemlata Momaya Learn about the steps needed to begin an adoption from India with guest Hemlata Momaya. Discover what the government of India is doing right now with regard to adoption and about restrictions and requirements, the time involved, and what you can expect when pursing an adoption in India. The post Adopting in India appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Marlou Russell Can a person be too old to adopt? Lifestyles are changing, which has led to parenting at older ages. This can bring great benefits, as well as some challenges. Psychologist and author Marlou Russell offers her expertise on this topic and discusses various aspects of parenting later in life. The post When Are You Too Old to Adopt? appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Patricia Mindell Wondering what is right for you as you make decisions about becoming a parent? This show’s guest is a therapist who can help you explore this issue, discuss options and help determine what’s right for you. The post Parenting Options appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Geoff & Traci Morris Waiting for your child can be a difficult process. This program covers one couple’s story about how patience, faith, and hope play a role in the waiting game of adoption. The post Waiting to Adopt appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Patricia Dischler Author and speaker Patricia discusses the topic of fear with regard to a relationship with birth parents. She offers insight into how birth parents feel themselves, and tips about how to learn, trust and overcome fear. The post Dealing with Fear About Birth Parents appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Heather Featherston Are you considering adopting a child, and not sure where to start or what to do as you begin the adoption process? This program shares 10 things every family should know before they adopt to help them succeed. The post 10 Tips to Help You Succeed When Adopting appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Rose Kent Author Rose Kent joins the show to discuss the dynamics of adopting multi-racial children. She also discusses what should be considered before adopting multi-racial children, as well as, the ins and outs of multi-racial adoption. The post Adopting Multi-Racial Children appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Pamela Fierro Parenting twins (triplets, and more) can be a unique challenge. Guest Pamela Fierro is an author, web writer and producer, and mother of twins. She shares experiences, discusses issues that parents may not consider prior to adopting twins, and offers tips for dealing with the unusual challenges multiples present. The post Parenting Multiples appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Stacie Cahill This show’s guest is an author, psychotherapist and adoptive mother. She speaks about how to help your biological and adopted children understand who they are and their importance in your family. The post Blending Adoptive and Biological Children appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Dr. Ira Chasnoff Misconceptions and myths regarding international adoption are explored. Dr. Chasnoff discusses the risks, rewards and the most pressing issues and problems adoptive parents can face. The post The Risk and Promise of International Adoption appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Felice Webster When a family is facing an unplanned pregnancy, what rights do grandparents have? Adoption attorney Felice Webster answers questions about the legal options available to grandparents. The post Legal Rights of Grandparents appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Sherrie Fine Sherrie speaks about her life as a teacher and why she decided to adopt as a single person instead of waiting for Mr. Right. Then she tells about her decision to include her adoptive daughter in the process of her second adoption. Sherrie also talks about the challenges she faced throughout the […] The post Adopting as a Single Person (International & Domestic) appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Jamon Glover Jamon Glover is a speaker, author of How to Change Your Life in 2 Hours, and father of 4. Jamon and Mardie talk about the high percentage of absent black fathers and the impact it can have on their children. He also discusses characteristics to look for in a guy when you’re […] The post Absent Black Father, Importance of Fathers appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Janet Heller Janet Heller is the author of How the Moon Regained Her Shape. She speaks about how she was bullied very early on in school and how to help your child if they are being bullied. The post How to Deal with Bullies appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Margaret Schwartz Author of The Pumpkin Patch, Margaret talks about the end of her relationship and her decision to go through with adopting internationally at the age of 44. The post Adopting as a Single Person (International) appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: George & Lilly Parker In the second part of this two-part series, Pastor George Parker and his wife, Lilly, discuss 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.

Guest: Jerry Johnson How does the foster care system work? What does it take to become a foster parent? Find out how you can become a foster parent and what to expect. The post Dispelling the Myths of Foster Care, Part 2 appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Jerry Johnson Learn more about what foster care is, and isn’t. There are plenty of myths about foster care and the children in the system. This show sorts facts from fiction. The post Dispelling the Myths of Foster Care, Part 1 appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Heather Featherston Adoption fraud and scams have been in the media a lot these past few years. But how exactly do you avoid them? Valuable information is provided that can save you heartbreak, time and money. The post Frauds & Scams in Adoption appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Melanie Moseberg A wonderful interview with Melanie Moseberg about her open adoption and the importance of positive reinforcement for birth mothers post-placement. Melanie shares about the importance of the Internet when searching for information and support for birth mothers. The post Where to Find the Right Kind of Support appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Mary Frost Our guest Mary Frost was adopted as a child, and made an adoption plan for her second child. In this episode, she shares how wonderful her life was with her adoptive parents. Her experience as an adoptee helped her explain adoption to her husband. The post Choosing Adoption When You & the Father are Together appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Blaine Hall Birth father Blaine Hall shares his thoughts, story and insight on making the right decision when faced with his girlfriend’s unplanned pregnancy at a young age. The post Birth Father Story: Making the Right Decision appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Dr. Sybil Gray In this episode of Let’s Talk Adoption, Mardie Caldwell interviews Dr. Sybil Gray. In the interview, they discuss Dr. Gray’s book which helps parents understand the importance they play in their child’s development. The post Are You a Good Enough Parent? appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Ellen Fox In this episode, Mardie Caldwell speaks with seasoned social worker Ellen Fox. They discuss adoption etiquette as well as what to expect at the hospital for adoptive parents and birth parents. They also address the question “How important is a birth plan?” The post Working with the Hospital for a Smooth Transition appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Patricia Dischler In this interview, we hear from the author of the book Because I Loved You, Patricia Dischler. She offers helpful insight and ingredients for a successful adoption from the birth mother’s view. The post A Birth Mother’s View of Open Adoption appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.

Guest: Laura Christianson Laura helps us understand some of the fears people may have about adoption, such as not knowing what open adoption means. Potential adoptive couples may also be apprehensive about parenting a child not of their own body. Before turning to adoption, Laura advises all couples to first answer the question: “do we […] The post Overcoming Your Fears About Adoption appeared first on Let's Talk Adoption.