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Kellee Walker is one of those individuals that makes you feel like despite the uphill climb, there is always an opportunity to thrive. As an adoptive mom and foster/adoption professional, Kellee has been in the trenches and has a heart for meeting parents and families right where they're at. She brings practical applications and ideas to our conversation and brings with her a list of recommended follow-ups and resources that will help families take the next step in their post-permanency journey. This is one you don't want to miss!

Episode Resources:

Check out our resource list HERE and more with TBRI HERE --- just two of Kellee's recommendations!

2AM Connect:
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Learn more about how you can support our ongoing work through our Patreon HERE.

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It's something special when a mama can put into words and pictures a children's book that addresses one of those "hard to start" conversations. In this episode we're sitting down with Jessica Whipple to talk about her book, "I think I think a Lot." She openly shares how her household is navigating the day-to-day of neurodivergence and what it looks like to take a deeper dive into the way God has uniquely made all of us in His perfect image. Jessica's thoughtful reflection and refreshing perspective are something we can all benefit from, especially as foster and adoptive mamas. 

Episode Resources:

Get your own copy of Jessica's book by clicking HERE!

2AM Connect:
If you enjoyed today’s episode, or know someone who could benefit from our show, the best thing you can do is leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. We’re grateful to host the Two Adoptive Mamas podcast for a fifth season, thank you!

Learn more about how you can support our ongoing work through our Patreon HERE.

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We are still on break, like so many of you, for this holiday season. We are cherishing this extended time with family and friends to rest and grow. We're excited to be back next week with all new episodes! 

Check out the shownotes from our amazing episode with Show Hope from Season 2. We'll see you with all new episodes next week!


For decades Show Hope has shown up for families pre and post adoption. Founded in 2003 by Steven and Mary Beth Chapman, Show Hope continues to be a light for families in the trenches of adoption. With a mission to engage the Church and eliminate barriers for those committing to the adoption process to grow their families, Show Hope has continued to expand opportunities for support. Most recently, their Medical Aid Grant program is helping families navigate a child’s medical needs after adoption finalization takes place. 

We were thrilled when founder, Mary Beth Chapman, and Show Hope’s Executive Director, Emily Chapman Richards, agreed to join us on the podcast to discuss the new Medical Aid Grant program and the incredible work of Show Hope in the lives of adoptive families. It was an honor and privilege to share the mic with two women of incredible faith and passion for adoption. We’re so excited to share this conversation with you!

Episode Resources:
Mary Beth and Emily shared some great resources - check them out below!
Show Hope
Howtoadopt.org 

We always like to ask our guests what they’re currently reading - adoption related, or not! If you’re looking for your next read, you might consider these from Mary Beth & Emily: 

Hinds’ Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard
Companions in the Darkness by Diana Gruver
The Testament by John Grisham 

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We're in the holiday season and 2 Adoptive Mamas is taking a break this week to spend extra time with family and friends. We've pulled one of our most downloaded episodes from Season 3 for this week with the one and only Jamie Finn. Merry Christmas!!
 
Take a look at our shownotes from the original published episode:

"To those who follow her, she's a constant resource, encouragement, and much-needed dose of reality when navigating the ups and downs of foster care. Her heart for the Lord, care for vulnerable children, and desire to keep educating and supporting adoptive and foster families are unmatched.

For Episode 050 of the Two Adoptive Mama's Podcast, we're sitting down with Jamie Finn from Foster the Family to talk about love and loss. She's sharing her family's story, her work with Foster the Family, and more about authoring her very first book. Together our conversation spanned a variety of topics that together make up the complicated, challenging, yet necessary components of stepping into foster care. Whether you're considering foster care or find yourself in the "thick of it," Jamie's words will meet you right where you're at. We so enjoyed our time together, and know this episode will be an encouragement to you!"

Episode Resources: 

Read more in Jamie's book, Foster the Family

Check out Jamie's blog and many more resources HERE.

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SLEEP. Can't live without it, but sometimes it seems like we have to, right?! Vanessa is our attachment based sleep guru and she's here to calm the stress, equip, and help families say goodbye to the dreary days of sleep deprivation!

She's got an inspiring story, a calmness, and a passion for coming alongside families to help build secure attachment when it comes to sleep (and trying to get some)! We can't wait for you to hear what she has to share!

Episode Resources:
Follow Vanessa on Instagram @sleepysimbas for more options to connect with her and get started on your own non-sleep training, attachment-based sleep schedule!

For an even deeper dive, check out "Rest Play Grow" by Dr. Deborah MacNamara.

2AM Connect:
If you enjoyed today’s episode, or know someone who could benefit from our show, the best thing you can do is leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. We’re grateful to host the Two Adoptive Mamas podcast for a fifth season, thank you!

Learn more about how you can support our ongoing work through our Patreon HERE.

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We love highlighting all the different ways families grow as families. In this episode we welcome Alexis, who shares God's faithfulness and providence through their story of infertility and embryo adoption. Alexis' story is one of hopeful empowerment to seek Jesus in your story, no matter where you are in your journey or how you are growing your family. She talks about what embryo adoption is and the need for resources and education for families considering and walking this path. And she reminds us of the importance of community no matter the season. 

We can't wait for you to hear all that Alexis has to share!

Episode Resources:

Find Alexis on Instagram @lex_faithfitnessfertility
Alexis mentioned a group called Mom's in the Making, find them on Instagram @momsinthemaking

And don't forget to review Alexis' blog HERE.

2AM Connect:
If you enjoyed today’s episode, or know someone who could benefit from our show, the best thing you can do is leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. We’re grateful to host the Two Adoptive Mamas podcast for a fifth season, thank you!

Learn more about how you can support our ongoing work through our Patreon HERE.

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If there's one thing we can likely all agree on, it's that having some sort of system in our home just makes everything flow better. But sometimes, change happens quickly, systems have to adapt, and the day-to-day triage of managing our homes can become more than overwhelming. Well --- we have good news...

Meet Laura Hernandez --- the queen of navigating the day-to-day with "mama systems." Their proven success has transformed their own family (of 10!) rhythm and she's passionate about sharing her discoveries with others seeking similar support in this area. As an adoptive mom she has a special story to share and a message for every listener. Enjoy!

Episode Resources:

Laura has gifted 2AM listeners with a FREE guide! Visit https://www.mamasystems.net/2adoptedmamas

2.A.M. Connect:

If you enjoyed today’s episode, or know someone who could benefit from our show, the best thing you can do is leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. We’re grateful to host the Two Adoptive Mamas podcast for a fifth season, thank you!

Learn more about how you can support our ongoing work through our Patreon HERE.

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2 Adoptive Mamas is taking a quick holiday break! We spent last week with our families and saved producing a new episode for next week... stay tuned.

For this week, we're taking a look back at one of our most popular episodes. Rosie Mann  (yes, from episode 100's panel! Catch up on last week's episode HERE!)  goes into the practical navigation of trauma.

Check out our shownotes from it's original publish date:
Today we're sitting down with Rosie Mann, an adoptive mama and nurse licensed in specialized trauma care. She's a wealth of knowledge with a heart for meeting our kiddos right where they are with exactly what the need. No matter where you are in your journey as a mama, today's episode will encourage, inspire, and remind you that we're in this - together!

Episode Resources:
We know Rosie mentioned a lot of great tips - many of which you can research in one of our favorite books. Check out the 2 Adoptive Mama book list HERE.

2.A.M. Connect:

If you enjoyed today’s episode, or know someone who could benefit from our show, the best thing you can do is leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. We’re grateful to host the Two Adoptive Mamas podcast for a fifth season, thank you!

Learn more about how you can support our ongoing work through our Patreon HERE.