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Hey! Am I Adopted? Podcast
Welcome to 'Hey! Am I Adopted?' – the podcast that opens the door to the world of adoption, hosted by the dynamic duo, father-daughter team, Emily and Gene Trowbridge, who are both adoptees. If you've ever found yourself pondering the unique journey of adoption or have burning questions about the process, you're in the right place. Join us as we delve into heartfelt conversations, share personal stories, and create a safe space for you to explore the intricacies of adoption. Whether you're an adoptee, an adoptive parent, or just curious about the adoption experience, this podcast is here to connect, enlighten, and resonate with you. Let's embark on this emotional and enlightening journey together.
Hey! Am I Adopted? Podcast
Emily and David's New Plan
In this episode of the Hey, Am I Adopted? podcast, hosts Gene and Emily Trowbridge discuss Emily and her husband David's journey into adoption. They explore the foster to adopt program they are entering, the personal motivations behind their decision, and the unique challenges and considerations that come with adopting older children. The conversation also touches on generational adoption stories within their family, the importance of family support, and the financial aspects of the adoption process. Throughout the discussion, they emphasize the emotional journey of adoption and the hope of creating a loving family for children in need.
- Emily and David are starting the adoption process in Utah.
- They are pursuing a foster to adopt program.
- Emily has always wanted to adopt older children.
- The foster situation allows for adjustment time.
- 50% of kids in foster care are not reunified with their families.
- Adoption can be a way to heal both the child and the parent.
- The process requires legal marriage and background checks.
- Family support is crucial in the adoption journey.
- Adoption can be financially burdensome.
- There is no perfect timing for starting a family through adoption.