Let's Talk Adoption

What tax credits are available to you? How can you reduce your tax base when adopting? The vocabulary and basics of these topics will be covered so you can be better prepared!

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Why aren't people adopting in the U.S.? How has the foster care system been changing? This show explores why people are choosing to adopt abroad and how that's affected our systems here in the U.S.

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From 1997-2001, the Derk's adopted seven children, six of whom were siblings from Hungary. Hear about how they set out to adopt them and the maze they encountered.

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Whether you're traveling internationally to adopt your child, or have children you'll be taking along with you, this program offers tips and important information to help you prepare and succeed in your journey.

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Everyone has to deal with loss or grief at some time, from the death of a loved one, to broken relationships, to failures. Martha Bolton joins the show to talk about saying goodbye when you don't want to, or aren't ready to.

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Adoptive father, writer, and researcher Tom Bohnhorst joins this show. He provides a glimpse into the fascinating thoughts of children of adoption.

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How long does it take to complete a home study? What's the purpose of an autobiography? Why does it cost as much as it does? This episode provides the answers to these questions and much more!

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Starting the adoption dialog early with children can be very beneficial with an adoptive child, and helps create the foundation for conversations to come. This program discusses age appropriate topics for adoptive children, when to start discussions, and how you can prepare. This is part two of a two-part show.

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In part one of this two-part series, guest Carrie Kitze explores the issues that surround approaching the topic of adoption with your child, particularly when international adoptions are involved. Recommendations and tools are offered.

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Kristine tells her own story of the loss of her older son in the war. She shares how it affected her family and how she found the faith and strength to go on.

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