Hey! Am I Adopted? Podcast

In this episode, Gene and Emily interview Paul Aubin, author of the book Secrets of the Father, about his journey of finding his birth parents. Paul was told he was adopted at the age of five and later decided to search for his biological parents after discovering he had high cholesterol. The search was challenging in the pre-internet era, but Paul had a series of serendipitous events that led him...

In this episode, Emily and her mom, Kay, discuss the experiences and perspectives of being both an adoptee and an adoptive mother. They explore topics such as meeting birth parents, the importance of knowing one's roots, the fear of rejection, and the impact of adoption on identity. They also discuss the role of adoptive parents in supporting their children's desire to connect with their birth par...

In this episode, Emily and Gene Trowbridge, along with guest host Mick, discuss common misconceptions about adoption and how they deal with them. They also explore the experiences and challenges of being adopted, including feelings of rejection, the need to be grateful, and the pressure to please others. The conversation touches on the importance of open communication within adoptive families and...

In this episode, the hosts and guest host Mick discuss their experiences with adoption. Mick, although not technically adopted, grew up with a stepfamily and considers himself adopted in a sense. The hosts share their stories of finding out they were adopted and their limited knowledge of their biological parents. They also discuss the adoption process and the difference between open and closed ad...

In this episode, Emily, Jean, and Kay discuss their adoption papers and the information they contain. They explore the differences in their papers, including names, birth certificates, and consent for adoption. They also discuss the significance of having two birth certificates and the potential challenges in searching for biological parents. The conversation highlights the importance of understan...

In this episode, Gene and Emily Trowbridge discuss the concept of the primal wound in adoption. They explore the trauma that adoptees experience when they are separated from their biological mothers at birth. They discuss the impact of this trauma on adoptees' relationships, emotional well-being, and sense of identity. They also touch on the importance of adoptive parents being open and honest wit...

In this episode, Emily, Gene, and Kay Trowbridge discuss what it's like to be an adoptee and go through holidays. They explore the feelings of disconnection and the impact of traditions on adoptees. They also share personal experiences and discuss the importance of inclusivity and creating a sense of belonging for adoptees during holidays. The conversation explores the experiences of adoptees duri...

In this episode of the Hey, Am I Adopted podcast, hosts Emily and Gene Trowbridge with guest Stephen discuss their experiences as adoptees. They explore topics such as when they first knew they were adopted, the circumstances of their adoptions, and the relationships with their birth parents. They also delve into the complex emotions and struggles that come with being adopted, including issues of...

In this episode, Emily and Gene Trowbridge discuss the themes of loss and grief in the context of adoption. They explore the concept of the 'primal wound' and how it can affect adoptees. They share their personal experiences with loss, including the death of a sibling and the loss of biological parents. They discuss how adoptees may handle loss differently and the importance of stability in their...

In this episode, Emily, Kay, and Gene Trowbridge discuss the story of Amy Trowbridge, Emily's sister, and her struggles with adoption, addiction, and mental health. They explore how adoption may have played a role in Amy's mental health and addiction issues. The conversation delves into Amy's behavior changes in kindergarten, her promiscuity, feelings of emptiness and loneliness, and her suicide a...

In this episode, Gene and Kay Trowbridge interview their daughter Emily about her adoption story. Emily recalls asking her mom if she was adopted at a young age and how her mom confirmed it. She also remembers books that her mom read to her about adoption and how those books became a core memory for her. Emily shares the story of her adoption, including how her parents found out about her through...

In this episode, Gene Trowbridge shares his adoption journey and reflects on how being adopted has affected him. He discusses his early awareness of being adopted and the impact of the Mary Beth story, where a sibling was briefly brought into the family and then taken away. Gene shares his thoughts on loss and rejection as an adoptee and how it has shaped his perspective. He also talks about recei...

In this episode, Emily and Gene discuss the things that adoptees wish their adopted families knew. They explore topics such as the sense of loss that adoptees feel, the importance of grieving that loss, and the impact it can have on their ability to receive love. They also discuss the significance of thinking about their birth families, even if they don't talk about it, and the need for open conve...

In this episode, the hosts explore the question of belonging for adoptees. They discuss personal experiences of belonging and the impact of early experiences on identity. The hosts also delve into the challenges of navigating cultural differences and the search for biological parents. They touch on the influence of narratives and the impact of reunion on identity. The hosts emphasize the importanc...

In this episode, Emily, Gene, and Kay discuss their perspectives on meeting or searching for their biological parents. Emily expresses her lack of interest in meeting her biological parents, while Gene and Kay share their stories of searching for and reconnecting with their biological fathers. They discuss the different experiences and emotions associated with adoption, including feelings of aband...

In this episode, Emily and Gene Trowbridge discuss addiction in adoptees. They explore the reasons why adoptees may be more likely to become addicted, including the trauma of being separated from their biological parents at birth. They also discuss the impact of multiple placements and the need for stability in a child's life. The conversation delves into coping mechanisms, such as substance abuse...

In this episode, Emily, Kay, and Gene Trowbridge discuss the adoption of their daughter and sister, Amy Trowbridge. They share their experiences of the adoption process and the emotions they felt when they first met Amy. They also discuss the unique challenges and dynamics of being an adoptive family. The conversation touches on topics such as sibling relationships, identity, and the impact of ado...

In this episode, Kay Trowbridge shares her unique adoption story and her journey to reconnect with her biological father. She discusses the dynamics of her family, including her stepfather and her relationship with her biological father's wife. Kay also talks about her decision to adopt and the challenges she faced in trying to conceive. She reflects on the feelings of abandonment and the importan...

In this episode, Emily Trowbridge shares her adoptee journey and experiences growing up in an adoptive family. She recalls early memories of asking if she was adopted and reading adoption books. Emily discusses the adoption process and her understanding of being adopted. She reflects on her family dynamics and the adoption papers she had. Emily also talks about dealing with teasing and feeling dif...

In this episode, Gene Trowbridge shares his adoption story and the impact it had on his life. He discusses his early years as an adoptee, including the process of being adopted and his name change. Gene also shares the story of Marybeth, a girl who briefly lived with his family and the effect it had on him. He reflects on his relationship with his parents and the challenges they faced. Gene then d...

In this episode of Hey! Am I Adopted? podcast, Gene and his daughter Emily discuss their experiences as an adoptive family. They share stories about Emily's adoption, including how she got her name and the circumstances surrounding her adoption. They also talk about the question of belonging and the curiosity that adoptees may have about their biological parents. Emily explains her reasons for wan...