Welcome back to the Second Moms Circle: Faith- Based Support for Christian Adoptive Moms 01.05.2026 5:49

Welcome to the Second Moms Circle, the podcast for Christian adoptive moms hosted by Dawn Baggett, The Post Adoption Mom Coach. Learn more about how I help Adoptive & “second” moms by visiting the website at ThePostAdoptionMomCoach.org Follow this podcast as well as the new Facebook page where you can dive into the conversation. And last but not least, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Sp...

Mothers Day & May Pressures: 4 Strategies to Navigate Family Performance & Emotional Triggers 29.04.2026 11:34

May is often billed as the "Month of Moms," but for second moms—especially those navigating adoption, blended families, or high-conflict dynamics—it can feel more like a month of performance. Between the social media perfection, the expectation of "perfect" family photos, and the internal pressure to "just be happy," the emotional triggers can run high. In this episode, we're cutting through the n...

Joy Zappers 11.12.2024 14:08

Welcome to the 2nd Moms Podcast for Christian Adoptive Moms! This episode encourages listeners to combat “joy zappers” this holiday season with tips for moving forward with joy. Learn more about how I help mothers feel good about their second mom roles at thepostadoptionmomcoach.org

What Is My Authentic Modeling Method? 02.12.2024 15:45

Welcome to the 2nd Moms Podcast for Christian Adoptive Moms! This episode introduces a method for maximizing positive parental interaction and influence while maintaining personal values and commitments. Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in blended families feel good in their mom roles again! I’m talking to the intelligent woman of faith in Jesus Christ who has complex family dynam...

Loss & Grief, Joy & Hope 07.11.2024 12:59

Could you be gaslighting yourself?! If you’re experiencing blue feelings in your new (or even not so new) mom role, then this episode is for you! I’m Dawn Baggett, the post adoption mom coach. Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in blended families feel good in their mom roles again! I’m talking to the intelligent woman of faith in Jesus Christ who has complex family dynamics which r...

Ongoing Pre-Adoption Trauma Effects Affect Adoptive Moms, Too 29.10.2024 12:39

Are there ongoing effects from your adopted child’s trauma history that impact them & their behavior? Effects that also affect you? Then this episode is for you! I’m Dawn Baggett, the post adoption mom coach. Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in blended families feel good in their mom roles again! I’m talking to the intelligent woman of faith in Jesus Christ who has complex family...

My Child’s Dissociation Super Power - the Downside 15.10.2024 11:09

Do you know or suspect that your adopted child with a trauma history has periods, however brief, of dissociation? Dissociation as a possible trauma response in adopted children that may be surprising, even scary for post adoptive moms. As mentioned in the episode your can learn more at https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/dissociation-overview . Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in...

Fierce (Age-Inappropriate) Independence 08.10.2024 15:09

Does your adopted child exhibit fierce independence? Tune into this episode to talk about how this may be connected with their prior early childhood trauma, and what you can do to help them and help yourself in addressing this behavior. Check out how I’m helping adoptive moms and those in blended families feel good in their mom roles again! I’m talking to the intelligent woman of faith in Jesus Ch...

When their Overreacting is Actually a Trauma Response 01.10.2024 8:08

Does your child or teen tend to overreact with excessive and prolonged drama or explosive behavior? Understanding how trauma affects their ability to calm down is crucial for adoptive moms. Traumatized kids often have hyperactive amygdalas, making it challenging for them to down-regulate from a heightened state and remain calm. This physiological response means that what seems like an overreaction...

My Birthday Gift to You! 21.09.2024 13:49

Today (as I’m recording this episode) is my birthday and I decided to give you a present! When my kiddos were younger I struggled to keep up with all the papers and documentation, and then to find what I needed when I needed it! Enter Trello (No affiliation).This is an app that lets me get to my information and documentation from my phone or computer so I can add and access it when I need to. Toda...

Perfect Recipe for 2nd Mom Success! 12.09.2024 18:08

What’s the perfect recipe for your personal success as an adoptive/second mom? Listen to this episode to learn the three components to composing a Mom Mission Statement and why you want to create yours ASAP — Get the workbook mentioned in this episode at this LINK . As an adoptive/second mom, you’re invited to join the *Second Moms Circle Facebook Group* or visit the website to learn more about po...

Mental Health Conditions & 2nd Mom Stress 29.08.2024 22:09

I recently learned that 40% of 18 year olds in the US meet the criteria for a mental health disorder. That percentage is undoubtedly even higher among families of our audience of second moms. …And a huge source of stress for you. Long-term stress. Dangerous stress. Let’s talk about what you can do on this episode. In this episode I share four simple methods for breaking free from damaging chronic...

PTSD & Second Moms 22.08.2024 11:08

This episode takes a look at the reality of PTSD among many mothers who have experienced their own trauma within the context of post-adoption family dynamics. Adoptive moms are also invited to join the *Second Moms Circle Facebook group* here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb-group or visit dawnbaggett.com to learn more about post adoption coaching with me, Dawn Baggett.

To Help Your Adopted Child Navigate Stress…Start with Yours 14.08.2024 7:10

Stress is a big issue for many adoptive families, not only for the adoptive child but the entire family. This episode lists three steps to support an adoptive mom in helping lower the overall stress level by modeling effective ways to address her own stress. I invite you to join the *Second Moms Circle Facebook group* The Post Adoption Mom Coach website to learn more about post adoption coaching w...

Prevent Back to School Power Struggles 23.07.2024 13:27

Power struggles in post-adoptive families may be similar to others but are often more intense and frequent. I’m Dawn Baggett and in this episode I share a counterintuitive approach for reducing or preventing power struggles with children and teens who experience post adoption attachment challenges. I also offer a free safety plan audit & safety planning guide for second moms. I invite you to join...

Beyond the Box - Educational Options for Second Moms 11.07.2024 11:37

This episode encourages adoptive moms to do some digging to get to an educational plan that fits the needs of her children & family. One resource shared in the episode is Hand in Hand Educational Consulting run by Brenda Wagenknecht: 520-233-0554handinhandeducate@gmail.comwww.handinhandeducate.com Brenda offers listeners a free 15 minute consult. I also offer a free planning audit & safety plannin...

Five (hidden) Lessons I Learned about Free Choice in Education as an Adoptive Mom 04.07.2024 17:54

Today’s episode discusses five lessons I learned about free choice & educational options as an adoptive mom with hidden ways those options may impact our families. While I’m extremely grateful for the freedom of educational choice that we now enjoy in this country, it’s also important to recognize the limits of those freedoms. If safety is an issue for your family, it is THE issue. I offer a free...

Growing Resilience by strengthening your Faith Foundation 21.06.2024 23:12