Stephanie Bosco-Ruggiero, PhD

Adopting Older Children

Kids EN ↓ 6 episodes

In this podcast, Dr. Bosco-Ruggiero shares expert information about adopting an older child including working with an agency, the adoption process, potential behavioral issues, and more. Dr. Bosco-Ruggiero is the co-author of Adopting Older Children: A Practical Guide to Adopting and Parenting Children Over Age Four. She holds a PhD in social work from Fordham University and has taught sociology and social work courses at several colleges and universities. She is a consultant and freelancer and has worked with a variety of clients including nonprofits, research organizations, and students.

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Stephanie Bosco-Ruggiero, PhD

Episodes

Group Guest Interview on Creating a Family Podcast 08.12.2025 1:01:24

Dr. Stephanie Bosco-Ruggiero and Victor Groza, co-authors of the book Adopting Older Children: A Practical Guide to Adopting and Parenting Children Over Age Four , are interviewed on Dawn Davenport's Creating a Family podcast. Time stamps below. They share insights on reasons for adopting an older child, how to best help the child transition into their new family, and support resources while t...

Adoption/Foster Guide Part 3: Working With Agencies 23.10.2025 17:26

In this third and last episode of the 3-part series on adopting or fostering older children, I go over choosing an agency, preparing for adoption (a course program, home study, etc), and resources to support parents. Time stamps below. For more insights, buy my co-authored book on e-Bay: ⁠ ⁠ Adopting Older Children: A Practical Guide to Adopting and Parenting Children Over Age Four Time stamps: "0...

Guest on Dr. Grocher's Thinking Outside the Box Podcast 30.09.2025 35:34

This is my guest appearance on Thinking Outside the Box, a podcast hosted by my PhD program colleague, Dr. Kimberly Grocher. We discuss opportunities for academics outside academia, how to build a research and freelancing career, and parenting children with additional educational needs. I offer specific advice about starting a freelance and consulting career as an academic. We also discuss my book...

Adoption/Foster Care Guide Part 2: What to Consider For the Matching Process 17.09.2025 15:36

In this second episode of my 3-part adoption/foster care guide, I go over some factors that foster parents should consider in the matching process. This includes culture, ethnicity/race, and special needs. Time stamps below. In the last episode of the guide, I talk all about working with agencies. Stay tuned! For more insights, purchase the book on e-Bay: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Adopting Older Children: A Practical...

Adoption/Foster Care Guide Part 1: Why Should Parents Choose an Older Child? 03.09.2025 14:38

Why should you adopt or foster an older child? Learn why in this episode, where I discuss the reasons, benefits, and eligibility criteria. Aside from saving costs, you'll change a struggling youth's life. Time stamps below. In the next two episodes, I'll cover what to consider in the matching process, how to work with agencies, and available resources to support parents. For more insig...

Welcome to the Adopting Older Children Podcast 23.08.2025 1:18

Welcome to my podcast! This podcast will cover everything from working with an agency, learning about the children and their needs, preparing your home and family for your adopted child, and much more! If you have any questions about older child adoption, please don't hesitate to reach out to me at ccc.stephanie@gmail.com Also please share details of your journey in the comments!