Welcome to the Second Moms Circle, the podcast for Christian adoptive moms hosted by Dawn Baggett, The Post Adoption Mom Coach.

Learn more about how I help Adoptive & “second” moms by visiting the website at ThePostAdoptionMomCoach.org

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Keep growing, keep learning & keep loving!🥰

-Dawn, The Post Adoption Mom Coach who is happily back serving through podcasting!

May is often billed as the "Month of Moms," but for second moms—especially those navigating adoption, blended families, or high-conflict dynamics—it can feel more like a month of performance. Between the social media perfection, the expectation of "perfect" family photos, and the internal pressure to "just be happy," the emotional triggers can run high.

In this episode, we're cutting through the noise. I'm not here to tell you to smile through the stress. I'm here to give you the tools to handle the pressure with integrity and peace.

We dive deep into four actionable strategies to help you navigate family performance pressure and emotional triggers this month and beyond. Plus, I'm officially launching two major new resources designed specifically for you:

The Calm Communication Guide: A free, downloadable toolkit featuring the "Modified Gray Rock" method, emergency scripts for high-stakes situations, and a printable checklist for when you feel triggered.

The New Facebook Community: A dedicated space for second moms to connect, share wins, and practice the "Authentic Modeling" method together.

Whether you're dealing with a triggered teen, a high-stakes conversation with school staff, or just the internal pressure to "perform" as a perfect mom, this episode gives you the permission to pause, the scripts to respond, and the community to support you.

Get Your Free Resources & Connect:

• ​Download the Calm Communication Guide & Access the Full Resource Library: https://thepostadoptionmomcoach.org/landing/join-the-circle-newsletter
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• ​ Learn About Coaching & Transparent Pricing: https://thepostadoptionmomcoach.org/page/pricing-page-section

Welcome to the 2nd Moms Podcast for Christian Adoptive Moms!

This episode encourages listeners to combat “joy zappers” this holiday season with tips for moving forward with joy.

Learn more about how I help mothers feel good about their second mom roles at thepostadoptionmomcoach.org

Welcome to the 2nd Moms Podcast for Christian Adoptive Moms! This episode introduces a method for maximizing positive parental interaction and influence while maintaining personal values and commitments.

Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in blended families feel good in their mom roles again! I’m talking to the intelligent woman of faith in Jesus Christ who has complex family dynamics which require something different than standard parenting advice.

Visit the website at ThePostAdoptionMomCoach.org & follow/subscribe/share this podcast.

Could you be gaslighting yourself?! If you’re experiencing blue feelings in your new (or even not so new) mom role, then this episode is for you! I’m Dawn Baggett, the post adoption mom coach. Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in blended families feel good in their mom roles again!

I’m talking to the intelligent woman of faith in Jesus Christ who has complex family dynamics which require something different than standard parenting advice.

Visit the website at ThePostAdoptionMomCoach.org & follow/subscribe/share this podcast.

Are there ongoing effects from your adopted child’s trauma history that impact them & their behavior? Effects that also affect you? Then this episode is for you!

I’m Dawn Baggett, the post adoption mom coach. Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in blended families feel good in their mom roles again!

I’m talking to the intelligent woman of faith in Jesus Christ who has complex family dynamics which require something different than standard parenting advice.

Visit the website at ThePostAdoptionMomCoach.org & follow/subscribe/share this podcast.

Do you know or suspect that your adopted child with a trauma history has periods, however brief, of dissociation?

Dissociation as a possible trauma response in adopted children that may be surprising, even scary for post adoptive moms. As mentioned in the episode your can learn more at https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/dissociation-overview.

Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in blended families feel good in their mom roles again! I’m talking to the intelligent woman of faith in Jesus Christ who has complex family dynamics which require something different than standard parenting advice.

Visit the website at ThePostAdoptionMomCoach.org & follow/subscribe/share this podcast.

Does your adopted child exhibit fierce independence?

Tune into this episode to talk about how this may be connected with their prior early childhood trauma, and what you can do to help them and help yourself in addressing this behavior.

Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in blended families feel good in their mom roles again! I’m talking to the intelligent woman of faith in Jesus Christ who has complex family dynamics which require something different than standard parenting advice.

Visit the website at ThePostAdoptionMomCoach.org & follow/subscribe/share this podcast.

Does your child or teen tend to overreact with excessive and prolonged drama or explosive behavior?

Understanding how trauma affects their ability to calm down is crucial for adoptive moms. Traumatized kids often have hyperactive amygdalas, making it challenging for them to down-regulate from a heightened state and remain calm. This physiological response means that what seems like an overreaction is actually their brain's way of coping with past trauma.

Adoptive moms should recognize that extra time and space are not only helpful but essential for their child's healing process. Providing a safe, comforting environment and practicing patience can significantly aid in helping these children manage stress.

Additionally, incorporating tools like calming essential oils, weighted blankets, or noise-cancelling headphones can create a soothing atmosphere. Staying calm yourself and offering a steady, reassuring presence are vital steps to support your child.

Remember, you're not alone in this journey; Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in blended families feel good in their mom roles again! I’m talking to the intelligent woman of faith in Jesus Christ who has complex family dynamics which require something different than standard parenting advice. Visit the website at ThePostAdoptionMomCoach.org & follow/subscribe/share this podcast.

Today (as I’m recording this episode) is my birthday and I decided to give you a present! When my kiddos were younger I struggled to keep up with all the papers and documentation, and then to find what I needed when I needed it! Enter Trello (No affiliation).This is an app that lets me get to my information and documentation from my phone or computer so I can add and access it when I need to. Today I’m sharing a free Board Template with you that you can use with your own Trello account. Grab this gift at this LINK

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