Summary

In this conversation, Rebecca Gruenspan interviews Kerry Hackett, a single mother through domestic adoption. Kerry shares her motivation for pursuing adoption as a single parent and the challenges she faced. She discusses the importance of having a consultant to guide her through the process and help with the financial aspects. Kerry also talks about the loneliness she experienced and the strength required to be a single parent. She emphasizes the joy and gratitude she experiences as a mother and encourages others to pursue their dreams of parenthood. In this conversation, Kerry discusses the importance of having a support system and the impact of her faith on her adoption journey.

Important Links mentioned in Today's Episode

• Single Mothers By Choice - https://www.singlemothersbychoice.org/
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  https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/academy
  

Chapters

00:00 The Challenges of Adoption

03:25 Motivation to Pursue Adoption as a Single Parent

08:01 The Role of a Consultant in the Adoption Process

09:40 Financial Planning for Single Parents in Adoption

24:48 Introduction to the Adoption Academy

25:44 The Challenges and Advantages of Being a Single Mother through Adoption

27:37 Navigating Assumptions and Challenges as a Single Mother

30:06 The Importance of a Support System for Single Mothers

32:39 Finding a Work-Life Balance as a Single Parent

34:47 The Role of Faith in the Adoption Journey

38:03 Self-Care and Well-Being for Single Mothers

44:04 Recommended Resources for Single Mothers through Adoption

48:56 Conclusion

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