Struggle Care

117: Private Infant Adoption: Altruistic Act or Human Trafficking?

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Today’s topic of adoption is a sensitive subject for many people. We are covering adoption from a different perspective as we talk to Stacy, an adult adoptee who belongs to a community of adult adoptees who are vehemently opposed to private infant adoption. Join us to learn more!


Show Highlights:

  • Meet Stacy and learn her story
  • An overview of differing views of adoption through the years (Are new laws needed?)
  • Examples of laws that are drawing negative feedback from adult adoptees
  • The expense of private infant adoption and the ethical dilemma of a more systemic problem
  • The ratio of parents looking to adopt and available infants
  • A closer look at adoption theology and open adoption
  • The US system that contributes to the number of desperate pregnant women and creates the perfect storm for exploitation, pressure, and propaganda
  • What adopted kids need to know
  • The adoption industry needs a different approach.
  • The nuances of adoption out of foster care
  • For many people, adoption into a “nice” family was/is a fantasy. 
  • Stacy’s viewpoint on what to say–and what NOT to say–to adult adoptees
  • Stacy’s message to adult adoptees


    • Resources and Links:

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