"Other people's opinions of us are none of our business." Winston Churchill. I love that quote. For me it's about doing what feels authentic to me. Being me. Doing me. I could never have imagined that the starting point for our conversation - stigma - was going to empower my advocacy. Make me bolder. Listen in and see where this episode takes you. 

About Becky's last interview...

Following failed and miscarriages Becky and her husband Kip adopted 2 girls who are now thriving teenagers. Listen in as Becky shares what she's learned - and continues to learn - for insights on how you can navigate your own journey as an adoptive parent. There are tonnes of insights into handling the tests our kids bring us, building relationships with birth parents and much, much more. Practical, relatable and insightful

Here's a link to it https://thriving-adoptees.simplecast.com/episodes/handling-tough-stuff-with-adoptive-mom-becky-fawcett

HelpUsAdopt.org, founded in 2007, is a national 501(c)(3) adoption grant program. HelpUsAdopt.org was founded by Becky and Kipp Fawcett as a response to their own personal adoption experience - they have 2 daughters -  in an effort to make adoption more feasible for all families. 

The organization is the only one of its kind in the United States that embodies all of the following criteria:

• awards large, life-changing and problem-solving grants up to $15,000
• supports all types of families (married couples, single parents and LGBT families)
• supports all types of adoptions (domestic, international, foster care)
• supports all types of religions, and does not require a statement of faith
• does not charge applicants to apply

Find out more at:

https://www.instagram.com/becky.fawcett/?hl=en

https://www.helpusadopt.org/

https://www.facebook.com/helpusadopt.org

https://www.instagram.com/helpusadopt/

Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from their own opinion only. Seek qualified advice if you need help.