Creating a Family: Talk about Adoption, Foster & Kinship Care

Creating a Family: Talk about Adoption, Foster & Kinship Care

Author: Creating a Family Language: English Episodes: 100
Navigating the world of adoption, foster care, or kinship care brings a unique mix of hope, complexity, and countless questions. Creating a Family: Talk about Adoption, Foster & Kinship Care exists to meet you right where you are in that journey. Each week, we sit down with leading psychologists, social workers, legal experts, and experienced parents for substantive, hour-long conversations. You’ll hear practical guidance on everything from initial considerations and legal processes to the nuanced, everyday realities of parenting children who have experienced trauma or loss. This isn't about superficial tips; it's about building a foundation of understanding and resilience. Whether you're just exploring options, are deep in the certification process, or are years into caring for your child, these discussions provide clarity and connection. The Creating a Family podcast, produced by the organization of the same name, draws from a deep well of professional and lived experience across the non-profit, business, and parenting spheres. Tune in for honest talk that respects the gravity of your decisions and celebrates the profound commitment of building families through alternative paths.
Episodes
How Do I Find an Adoption Tax Credit Specialist? - Weekend Wisdom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:16
Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks! Question: When you are preparing your taxes and working out how to maximize this credit and get that $5,000 back, you might find that you want a tax professional to guide you through the fi…
Talking with Miss Kentucky: Ariana Rodriguez [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:34
Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks! Did you know that the current reigning Miss Kentucky is a foster alum? We spoke with Ariana Rodriguez about her life leading up to the pageant circuit, what motivates her, and how her found…
What is Pathological Demand Avoidance and How Do I Parent This Child? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:40
Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks! Are you familiar with pathological demand avoidance? Do you need helpful strategies to raise a child with the challenging behaviors that characterize PDA? Listen in to this conversation wit…
How to Talk with Our Kids About the Difficult Parts of Their Stories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:45
Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks! Talking about the difficult parts of our child's story, like abuse or prenatal substance exposure, can be overwhelming. Kelly Weidner, the co-founder and Executive Director of Haven Adoptio…
The 2025 Adoption Tax Credit [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:43
Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks! Let us know about your adoption journey Did you finalize an adoption in 2025 or within the last several years? Are you eligible to claim the Adoption Tax Credit? Listen to this conversation…