In this heartfelt episode, Sarah shares the emotional journey she and her husband took as they followed a deep calling to adopt an older child. Along the way, they experienced two unexpected pregnancies—both ending in miscarriage just weeks apart. Through the heartbreak, hope, and healing, Sarah discovered a powerful truth: everyone’s path to family is different, and no one should have to live up to someone else’s expectations. This episode is a moving reminder that there is no one “right” way to build a family—and that choosing your own way is more than enough.

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If you or someone you know is navigating adoption, miscarriage, or grief, here are some trusted Minnesota-based resources for support:

🏠 Older Child Adoption Resources in Minnesota

1. Nexus Kindred

Specializing in adoption of older youth from foster care.

🔗 https://www.nexusfamilyhealing.org/nexus-kindred-family-healing/foster-careadoption-services

2. Ampersand Families

Specializing in adoption of older youth from foster care.

🔗 ampersandfamilies.org

📍 Minneapolis, MN

2. Foster Adopt Minnesota (FAM)

Education, support, and navigation for adoptive and foster families.

🔗 fosteradoptmn.org

📞 Warmline for support: 612-746-5137

3. Children’s Home Society & Lutheran Social Service (CH/LSS)

Offers adoption services and ongoing support, including post-placement care.

🔗 chlss.org

4. Minnesota Department of Human Services – Adoption & Kinship

State programs and financial support for adoptive parents of older children.

🔗 mn.gov/dhs

💔 Pregnancy Loss & Miscarriage Support

5. Star Legacy Foundation

Grief support groups, individual counseling referrals, and pregnancy loss education.

🔗 starlegacyfoundation.org

📍 Based in Eden Prairie, MN

📞 952-715-7731

6. Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group – M Health Fairview

Free support group for those who’ve experienced miscarriage or infant loss.

🔗 mhealthfairview.org

7. Postpartum Support Minnesota

Support and therapist directory for those experiencing grief, miscarriage, and perinatal mental health struggles.

🔗 ppsupportmn.org