The Lucky Few - Heather Avis [S2E10]
ADOPTION NOW27 Sep 2017

The Lucky Few - Heather Avis [S2E10]

Heather Avis and her husband are parents of three adopted children, two of whom have Down Syndrome. At the start of their adoption journey, they set out to adopt a healthy baby, but after meeting their future daughter Macy, a baby girl with both Down Syndrome and a congenital heart defect that would require surgery and medication, they found themselves in limbo. Unable to say no to this little girl who needed parents, but unable to say yes to the effect this would have on their lives, they struggled with the decision to adopt her before finally realizing that while it might be a challenge, it was the right step for them to take. Heather is the author of "The Lucky Few" based largely on her experiences adopting children both healthy, and with special needs. On this podcast she shares some of that insight with us, as well as what a blessing it’s truly been for her and her family to take the leap and say yes to stepping outside of their preformulated ideal of what their adoptions - and family - would look like. This journey caused them to be one of "The Lucky Few."

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Brian and Danna's Story [S1E16]

Brian and Danna's Story [S1E16]

Brian and Danna have 13 children. They have 4 biological kids, 4 kids from Ethiopia and 5 children from The DRC. They share their adoption story and how God opened their hearts to adoption through unexpected ways.

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Jenny and Jeremiah's Story [S1E15]

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Jenny and Jeremiah talk openly about their REAL struggles in unifying the family with April Fallon on Adoption Now. Do you have an adopted child that you struggle to connect with? Their story will help you understand that you are not alone.

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Travis and Jenny share their adoption story about traveling to The DRC to adopt baby Bailey. They were matched with her at two weeks but had to wait for 11 months to finally meet her. The two talk about the moment they first saw her and open up about the journey to adopt baby #2. It has not been easy but they are not giving up on their dream to expand their family.

24 Aug 201643min

Joseph and Laura Adopting Baby Eva [S1E12]

Joseph and Laura Adopting Baby Eva [S1E12]

Bringing home baby Eva was not an easy process, though this was a designated adoption, the birth mother had an unexpected visit from the birth father in the hospital that threatened the placement. Hear these adoptive parents speak about how God led them to love the birth mother first, then be the best parents to the baby even if they were going to lose her.

17 Aug 201628min

Megan Clark's Story [S1E11]

Megan Clark's Story [S1E11]

Megan Clark was adopted from Korea at 11 months old. The transition to America was not easy for her. Hear how her parents loved her through that time and how she finally attached. Megan shares how thankful she is that she got a forever family and she gives advice for adoptive parents who are raising little ones.

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Aaron and Dominick Wagner [S1E10]

Aaron and Dominick Wagner [S1E10]

Two brothers adopted from the foster care system. How they ended up together in the same home is a miracle. Do not miss this interview as they encourage interracial families to stay strong and unified. Both brothers are married now and are talented musicians.

4 Aug 201630min

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