Birth Mother Matters in Adoption

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 247: Opening Up About Closed Adoptions Today's podcast is about closed adoptions. Learn about closed adoptions and why birth parents choose them. Learn about the effects of closed adoptions on all members of the adoption triad. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 246: Openness In Open Adoption Today's podcast focuses on open adoption. Open adoption can be beneficial for all members of the triad. Open adoption has varying degrees of openness. Learn about the positive impact adoption can have. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 245: Stepping Into The Adoption World In today's episode, we learn about what it was like to step into the adoption world from this Podcast's Co-Host, Ron Reigns. Ron discusses what surprised him about adoption, what he has learned since working in the adoption world, and what his take-away is after having worked in and around the adoption world....

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 244: Adoption Matches 2025 In today's podcast episode, we discuss the matching process between adoptive families and birth parents. We dive into adoption preferences on both adoptive families and birth parents. Learn all about the ins and outs of the adoption matching process, whether you are about to begin your adoption journey, have already begi...

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 243: Support for Birth Mothers Learn about what type of support pregnant women who make an adoption plan can receive. Learn all about where they can receive assistance, how long they can assistance and what type of assistance is available. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 242: Reflecting on My Reunification In today's episode, Kelly discusses her adoption reunification story with the hopes of educating others on the ins and outs of adoption reunification. She gives insight on adoption reunifications and what others may encounter along an adoption reunification journey. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 241: The Homestudy Process for Prospective Adoptive Parents In today's podcast, we discuss the Adoption Homestudy Process. Learn about what to expect during an Adoption Homestudy and what they entail. Adoption education is the key to a successful adoption. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption S4, Ep240; The Adoption Process For Prospective Adoptive Parents In today's podcast episode, we discuss the adoption process. By learning the steps in an adoption, you will be prepared for what will happen next. If you have a family member who is going on an adoption journey, this podcast will help you understand the steps in their adoption journey so you can be kn...

Birth Mother Matters S4, Ep239; Common Questions Adoptees Have Listen and learn about common questions adoptees have about being adopted. Learn about what their questions are and the answers they may receive. Loving the adoption world. Listen. Learn, Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 238: Debunking Adoption Myths 2025 In today's episode, we debunk adoption myths. Learn all about what is true in the adoption world, and what is not. Adoption facts vs. adoption myths. Listen now. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 237: Celebrating Birth Mother's Day in 2025 Join us for today's episode, where we discuss Birth Mother's Day. We discuss ways to celebrate birth mothers, the purpose of Birth Mother's Day and the importance of why it increases adoption awareness. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 236: The Effects of Birthrates on Adoption In today's podcast, we discuss the current birthrate in the United States and its effect on adoption. We discuss current and future adoption trends. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 235: Is Adoption Financially Out of Our Reach? Are you considering adoption? Are you concerned about adoption costs and fees? In this podcast, we discuss ways to receive adoption financial assistance. We also discuss ways to fundraise. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 234: Adoption Questions For Birth Parents This episode is for pregnant women, along with their partners, considering adoption or who have started the adoption process. We discuss questions you may have or want to ask. You can educate yourself further by knowing what to ask! Learn all things adoption. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 233: Adoption All Around Us In today's podcast, we explore how adoption is prevalent in our society and culture and its far-reaching impact. We discuss adoption in movies, books, songs, and how many celebrities have ties to adoption. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 232: Choosing An Adoption Agency in 2025 Today's episode focuses on choosing an adoption agency. We discuss what to look for in an adoption agency, the essential aspects of a reputable adoption agency, and why it is vital to use an adoption agency when creating an adoption plan. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 231: The Future of Adoption Today's podcast discusses what the future of what Domestic Adoption may look like. Learn about adoption trends and where adoption may be headed. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 230: The Evolution of Adoption Today's episode focuses on the evolution of the practice of adoption, then vs. now, and how things have changed within and surrounding adoption. Learn about the history of adoption and how far we have come. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Podcast: Let the Love Shine: An Adoptive Family's Journey Part 2 of 2 One family's journey through adoption after two adoption disruptions. Listen to a mother and father describe their adoption journey to become parents. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Podcast: Let the Love Shine: An Adoptive Family's Journey Part 1 of 1 One family's journey through adoption after two adoption disruptions. Listen to a mother and father describe their adoption journey to become parents. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 4, Episode 227: The Benefits of Domestic Adoption Today's podcast talks about how Domestic Adoption benefits birth parents, adoptive parents, adoptees, extended family members, and the list continues. Learn how adoption has a positive impact and ripple effect. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Podcast, Season 4, Episode 226 This episode discusses what is right vs. wrong in the adoptions. We discuss the adoption process and adoption positive language. Listen. Learn. Love.

Birth Mother Matters In Adoption Podcast Season 4, Episode 225; Birthfather Involvement in the Adoption Process Learn about Birth Fathers and their involvement in the adoption process.  Understand the adoption process and procedures about notifying a birth father about an adoption plan. Learn everything about adoption!  Listen now.

Birth Mother Matters Adoption S4, Ep224; We're Back Adoption Podcast Episode resuming our Adoption Podcast discussing related information and news about Domestic, International, and Foster Care Adoption.

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption Season 3, Episode 223; "Not Alone" Domestic Violence Awareness Month.  Both men and eomen can be victims of domestic violence.   The U.S. Office on Violence Against Women defines domestic violence as "a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner. Domestic violence c...