From Social Worker to Adoptive Mom: Veronica Arteaga’s Story [S5E12]

Chris Prange-Morgan wrote an article that was published in the Huffington Post on "Trauma" after she adopted two kids from China. She suffered PTSD after bringing home her son who had severe medical needs and attachment issues. On this episode Chris talks to April Fallon about her journey and the accident that changed her life. She fell 28 feet, had multiple fractures, and ended up losing her leg. She is now a voice for adoptive parents getting the help they need through the adoption journey and after.

23 Maj 201826min

After Laura led a medical mission trip to Haiti she knew she wanted to adopt from there. The process took 3 1/2 years but finally they brought home their 5 year old little girl. On this episode Laura shares about what it was like to bring home an older child and how it inspired them to help other families in their adoption process by providing grant funding. Learn more about how you can apply for funding today at www.inspiringorphancare.com

3 Maj 201826min

April Fallon invites her mom, Mary, and her husband, Noah, to share what they have learned during their 7 adoption experiences. On this episode you will hear how to support your adult children as they fight to grow their family.

26 Apr 201826min

On this episode, April Fallon talks to Heather Clark, who fostered 22 children in 7 years. She gives us tips on how to prepare for the foster care journey and what to expect during the process. She is now a Community Leader for a group called "Friends of Adoptive & Foster Families" at Cherry Hills Community Church in Colorado.

13 Apr 201826min

Susan Mitchell shares what it was like to bring two children home from Russia. She shares how God brought her family together and how these two lives consoled her through great loss.

4 Apr 201825min

April Fallon talks to Republican candidate for Governor, Victor Mitchell, and his wife, Amy, about adoption and how to bring change to adoption law.

29 Mars 201826min

This episode has it all. Wendy talks to April Fallon about how she and her husband grew their family. They now have 6 beautiful children and a biological daughter being raised by another family through embryo donation. Don't miss this Adoption Story, you will be amazed at how it all comes together!

21 Mars 201826min

Here is part 2 of this incredible story! A perfect baby was born to a college athlete who was told 8 times she was not pregnant by a doctor. She thought she had a stomachache, ended up delivering a baby, then decided to place him for adoption. She had to pick a family within hours!

14 Mars 201826min