Adoptions From The Heart (AFTHtv)
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AFTHtv S17Ep13 - Second Time Struggles: Long Wait, Disappointment & Disruption
In this episode, Dr. Michael Stoke, an adoptive father, shares the highs and lows of their second adoption journey with AFTH. While their first adoption was quick and smooth, their second journey was filled with challenges-a four-year wait, a disappointment, and a disruption. Just one month before considering ending their pursuit, they were joyfully placed with their son. He discusses how staying hopeful and embracing the "what if" kept them moving forward, ultimately leading to the family they dreamed of. They also highlight the importance of letting go of control and seeking support both within and outside the agency to navigate the journey’s ups and downs.
Adoptions From The Heart is a private adoption agency, providing domestic adoption and home study services. AFTH is licensed in PA, NJ, DE, NY, VA, CT. Contact us to learn more about our waiting families - 800-355-5500
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AFTHtv S17Ep12 - Getting Through a Disruption
Переглядів 26День тому
This episode is part two of our interview with Dan and Vince. They open up about the heartbreak of their placement disruption-a possibility they understood but found deeply challenging to face. Dan and Vince discuss their journey through grief, the importance of leaning on each other and a supportive network, and the complexities of helping others understand their experience. They also reflect ...
AFTHtv S17Ep11 - Waiting, Matched, Placed, and then Disrupted
Переглядів 4714 днів тому
In this two-part episode of AFTHtv, Dan and Vince share their journey as an LGBTQ couple navigating adoption with Adoptions From The Heart. They highlight the importance of choosing an inclusive, supportive agency and leaning on social workers’ expertise throughout the process. This episode covers their brief wait, the whirlwind from match to placement, and navigating the 30-day revocation peri...
AFTHtv S17Ep10 - Joining the Tapestry of AFTH Families
Переглядів 12121 день тому
In this episode, Patrick and Jennifer share their adoption journey with AFTH after ending infertility treatments. They discuss the invaluable guidance and support from their social worker, the insight gained from AFTH’s education series, and the surprise of being matched with their daughter in under three months. They recall the emotional experience of meeting her birth parents in the hospital,...
AFTHtv S17Ep7 - Advocating for Support for the Adoptee
Переглядів 1921 день тому
Christian, a Chilean adoptee and an AFTH social worker, joins us on AFTHtv to share how his personal experiences have profoundly shaped his work in adoption. He recalls how discovering open adoption agencies expanded his perspective on adoption and its possibilities. Christian candidly discusses his own journey as a child who knew little about his birth family and how that experience has influe...
AFTHtv S17Ep9 Our Journey to Becoming Fathers
Переглядів 121Місяць тому
In this episode of AFTHtv, Jack and Paul share why they chose Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH) to build their family through adoption. They recount how an unexpected emergency placement turned them into an "overnight family" and discuss the importance of leaning on their social worker for essential support and guidance throughout the journey. Adoptions From The Heart is a private adoption agency...
AFTHtv S17Ep8 The Value of Waiting Family and Peer-to-Peer Support
Переглядів 22Місяць тому
In this episode of AFTHtv, we explore the vital role of support for waiting families and the unique benefits of peer-to-peer support within AFTH's Waiting Family Support Group. Social workers and group hosts Amanda and Ciera discuss how these support groups help manage the challenges of waiting, provide a program refresher, and foster connections within the adoption community. Adoptions From Th...
AFTHtv S17Ep6 Balancing Joy and Empathy in Adoption
Переглядів 23Місяць тому
In this episode of AFTHtv, Terry and Jared share their journey as a gay couple adopting for the first time. They discuss the challenges of waiting for the right match, navigating setbacks, and the joy of meeting their child hours after getting “the call” and connecting with the child’s birth mother for an extended period of time at the hospital. They also offer advice on managing the emotional ...
AFTHtv S17Ep5 - Becoming Open to Open Adoption
Переглядів 41Місяць тому
On this episode of AFTHtv, we are joined by Morgan who first discovered she was pregnant when her water broke as she was walking home from work. After the initial shock of discovering she was pregnant and in active labor, she went to the hospital and began to process her options. Morgan shares how she initially wanted a closed adoption however through the counseling process with a social worker...
AFTHtv S17Ep7 - Advocating for Support for the Adoptee
Переглядів 27Місяць тому
On this episode of AFTH, Christian shares his experience being an adopted child and how he felt as a child versus how he feels now after knowing the reasons why he was placed. He also shares his experience in helping adoptive and birth parents feel related to and feel that they have a safe place to speak about anything with him. Adoptions From The Heart is a private adoption agency, providing d...
AFTHtv S17Ep4 - Choosing the Right Agency for Your Needs
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In this episode of AFTHtv, Elena, from a two-mom household, shares her path to parenthood and past adoption experiences. She discusses how those experiences deepened her empathy for birth parents and the importance of choosing an agency like AFTH that offers comprehensive support for both expecting and birth parents. Adoptions From The Heart is a private adoption agency, providing domestic adop...
AFTHtv S17Ep3 - Staying Connected Through 23 Snaps
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AFTHtv S17Ep3 - Staying Connected Through 23 Snaps
AFTHtv S17Ep2 - SeAyra: Birth Mother, Peer Mentor & Board Member
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AFTHtv S17Ep2 - SeAyra: Birth Mother, Peer Mentor & Board Member
AFTHtv S17Ep1 - Jacqueline: Triangle Time and AFTH's Next Evolution of Support
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AFTHtv S17Ep1 - Jacqueline: Triangle Time and AFTH's Next Evolution of Support
S16Ep13 Choosing AFTH for Inclusivity and Openness
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S16Ep13 Choosing AFTH for Inclusivity and Openness
AFTHtv S16p12 Embracing the Journey
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AFTHtv S16p12 Embracing the Journey
AFTHtv S16Ep7 Importance of Options Counseling for Non-Newborn Placements
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AFTHtv S16Ep7 Importance of Options Counseling for Non-Newborn Placements
S16Ep11 Collaboration with Hospital Social Workers
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S16Ep11 Collaboration with Hospital Social Workers
S16Ep10 Becoming Family Through Open Adoption
Переглядів 1444 місяці тому
S16Ep10 Becoming Family Through Open Adoption
S16Ep9 Navigating A Disruption Before Being Placed with our Daughter
Переглядів 1425 місяців тому
S16Ep9 Navigating A Disruption Before Being Placed with our Daughter
S16 Ep8 We Placed Our 6 month Baby for Adoption
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S16 Ep8 We Placed Our 6 month Baby for Adoption
S16 EP6 Open Adoption and Disappointments
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S16 EP6 Open Adoption and Disappointments
S16 Ep5 A Family United: The Joy of Open Adoption
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S16 Ep5 A Family United: The Joy of Open Adoption
S16 Ep4 One Person, Two Open Adoption Perspectives
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S16 Ep4 One Person, Two Open Adoption Perspectives
S16 EP3 Expanding Services with Adoption Competent Therapy
Переглядів 566 місяців тому
S16 EP3 Expanding Services with Adoption Competent Therapy
S16 Ep2 Adding to Our Family Through Adoption
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S16 Ep2 Adding to Our Family Through Adoption
AFTHtv S16Ep1 Tim and Greg’s Journey with AFTH
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AFTHtv S16Ep1 Tim and Greg’s Journey with AFTH
Will & Danny 9134
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Will & Danny 9134
Tim & Colin 7356
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Tim & Colin 7356
S15Ep13 Our Experience As Transracial Adoptive Parents
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S15Ep13 Our Experience As Transracial Adoptive Parents

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  • @arpitasinha6471
    @arpitasinha6471 26 днів тому

    Will u please make my friend help to adopt her baby boy with down syndrome ,she wants a good family who take care her child because there is no convenience to make child future

  • @priscillachicopagan18
    @priscillachicopagan18 8 місяців тому

    I see you in Cooper are you the nurse?

  • @amez2987
    @amez2987 9 місяців тому

    Thanks so much for this. You two are so eloquent and thoughtful and you can tell that you've put in the work.

  • @priscillachicopagan18
    @priscillachicopagan18 9 місяців тому

    Consejeria Aunque venga el Joven hacerle frente

  • @priscillachicopagan18
    @priscillachicopagan18 9 місяців тому

    Eso va para los hijos e hijas que le agrada matar. Porque los Padres no pueden dormir con una persona asi. Si yo tuviera una hija asesina la entrego al gobierno en adopcion temporal. Y vuelvo a darle una oportunidad para que empiece de cero conmigo. Sino cambian se va presa y la visito ahi. Ese el problema que estos jovenes tienen hoy dia que el tal Evan los manda a matar y no me da nada de temor decirlo. ¿QUE SOMOS PAYASOS? NO MIJA

  • @CindyScheidegger
    @CindyScheidegger Рік тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @amyw.3619
    @amyw.3619 2 роки тому

    It was great working with Debbie but never met her in person so it was nice to match the name with a face and learn more about her role in the process.

  • @eprohoda
    @eprohoda 2 роки тому

    what'up-verry superb -see ya!! broth.📹

  • @gloriawatts2709
    @gloriawatts2709 2 роки тому

    this was the most beautiful, honest, frank, and passionate discussion that I have ever heard concerning open adoption.

  • @josephinewalters1641
    @josephinewalters1641 2 роки тому

    😅 🄿🅁🄾🄼🄾🅂🄼

  • @slavivanov6560
    @slavivanov6560 5 років тому

    Great initiative!

  • @carapatterson586
    @carapatterson586 5 років тому

    My ex mother in law and her husband adopted my three children and she shows and acts its her way or no way at all its a open adoption. She says things to put me and my ex husband(her son) down a lot and talks trash to others about us like we are really bad people, she stopped giving pictures two years ago, we want to be involved but we have to ask her permission to speak to the kids. Because she says I call to much to talk to my kids. They are ages 10,8,6. She has also cut our visits to once a month or longer, and she can not stand i am native American and so are the kids and so they get benefits from the tribe. But anyways point is she is a narcissist and what I mean with that is if we as parents still in picture bring gifts for the children she throws a fit and attitude that she did not get anything. And she is taking away holidays and now also starting on birthdays and activities. And its a open adoption( im in Oklahoma)