Voices of Adoption

Honoring the Story: Becky's Journey in Adoption and Foster Care

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we talk with Becky, an adoptive mom and passionate nonprofit leader dedicated to creating connections for children and families impacted by foster care.

Becky shares how her experiences as a mother have shaped her intentional, protective approach to honoring her children's stories and prioritizing their emotional well-being.

With honesty and heart, Becky offers insight into the importance of respectful storytelling, advocacy, and building supportive communities for families navigating adoption and foster care.

Through the Lens of Adoption: Amanda’s Return to Colombia

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Amanda, a transracial adoptee who was born in Colombia, South America, and adopted at six weeks old. Amanda shares how adoption is not just a chapter in her story; it’s the lens through which she sees the world.

Join us as Amanda shares her emotional journey back to Colombia and the complex layers of identity, loss, and connection she encountered along the way.

Amanda: Passion and Purpose Driven

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:30:00 -0000

Amanda is a domestic infant adoptee.

In this episode, Amanda opens up about her deep and personal connection with adoption. She has a strong passion for helping others experiencing the complexities of adoption.

Inspired by her father’s ongoing dedication to fostering and adopting children, Amanda has witnessed firsthand the positive impact that adoption can have on families and individuals.

RESOURCES FROM THE SHOW:

Here is the website for the Center for Adoption Support and Education

Here is information about CASE’s W.I.S.E. Up! Curriculum.

For any upcoming ASA events, including W.I.S.E. Up! Workshops click here.

Adoption Support Alliance is a nonprofit organization in Charlotte, NC, with a mission to help adoptive families through the unique challenges of building their forever family. The hosts of this podcast are Erin Nasmyth, Co-Founder & Executive Director, and Myrlene Mondesir, Program Coordinator.

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Mike, Jenn & Alicia: Open Adoption

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:30:00 -0000

This episode was recorded in 2019 and re-released in 2025.

Mike and Jenn are adoptive

parents (twice). Their youngest was a newborn when this episode was

recorded (you will hear him!). Mike and Jenss have an open adoption with

their son’s birth mother, Alicia. Alicia joins the conversation over the

telephone to share her perspective on her decision to make an adoption plan the

family’s open communication.

Adoption Support Alliance is a nonprofit organization in Charlotte, NC with a mission to

help adoptive families through the unique challenges of building their forever

family. The hosts of this podcast are Erin Nasmyth, Co-Founder &:Executive Director and Myrlene Mondesir, Program Coordinator.

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Jessie: Guiding Others

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 08:30:00 -0000

Jessie Mattos is a birth mom from Orlando, Florida. Jessie has a passion for her “people” within the adoption community. She aims to use her voice and experience to help guide others through the adoption process, with mindfulness and intentionality.

RESOURCES FROM THE SHOW:

Abiding Love Charities

BraveLove a nonprofit that exists to challeng sitgmas around adoption through honest, informative, and hopeful communication that celebrates the bravery of birth mothers.

Adoption Support Alliance is a nonprofit organization in Charlotte, NC with a mission to help adoptive families through the unique challenges of building their forever family. The hosts of this podcast are Erin Nasmyth, Co-Founder &:Executive Director and Myrlene Mondesir, Program Coordinator.

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David: Homeland Bound

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:30:00 -0000

David is a transracial adoptee from Seoul, South Korea. In this episode, he shares his journey of navigating identity, loss, and race while growing up Korean in a predominately white community. David’s story is one of resilience, reflection, and discovery, and we’re honored to have him open up about the complexities of being a transracial adoptee. We’ll also dive into his upcoming trip back to Seoul; an exciting and emotional milestone that holds deep significance for him.

RESOURCES FROM THE SHOW:

Adoptee Bridge Bridget to Korea Birthland Tours

Inside Out Erin’s favorite movie

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Isaac: Identity

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:50:00 -0000

Isaac is an adoptee and social entrepreneur who was transracially adopted at the age of two. He founded Identity, a startup focused on helping adoptive and foster families thrive. At Identity, Isaac is working on re-imagining post-placement support for adoptive and foster families. He uses his story and deep passion for adoption and foster care education to bring relevant, quality, and diverse resources to adoptive and foster parents.

RESOURCES FROM THE SHOW:

Check out the resources available through Isaac’s organization, Identity

Here is a link to Isaac’s book: A Practical Guide: Transracial Adoption

Check out Isaac’s documentary series Discovering My Identity and his podcast with his parenting Inside Transracial Adoption.

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https://www.instagram.com/adoptwell/

Macie: An Adoptive Parents’ Experience with Transracial Adoption

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:30:00 -0000

This episode was recorded in 2019 and re-released in 2024.

Adoptive mother Macie joins us to share her experience of adopting her son through transracial adoption. She discusses the importance of openness and how her journey to learn about adoption issues inspired her to educate others.

RESOURCES FROM THE SHOW:

Here is Macie’s organization Adopt Well. While this organization is no longer active, you can still see the resources from the website.

Here is the Adopt Well Podcast The most recent episodes are from 2020.

Erin is a guest on this episode entitled Home Study: A Practical Guide

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Krystal: An Adoptee's Journey to Finding Healing

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:30:00 -0000

This episode was recorded in 2019 and re-released in 2024.

Krystal joined her adoptive family at 17 after facing trauma and abuse in her biological home. She is passionate about transracial adoption and working with clients who have experienced trauma. We hope you enjoy hearing Krystal's inspiring story of how she found her family and discovered her passion for her career.

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Julie: A Birth Mothers Story of an Open Adoption

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:16:00 -0000

This episode was recorded in 2019 and re-released in 2024.

We are honored to share Julie's story with you. Eighteen years ago, Julie made the courageous decision to create an adoption plan for her daughter. In this heartfelt account, she opens up about her journey—how she chose adoption, selected the perfect family for her daughter, and how their open relationship has evolved.

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Molly: Coming to the Table with Humility.

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 14:31:00 -0000

We’re excited to welcome Molly Mayhoff, an adoptive mother of two sons who joined her family through domestic infant adoption. Over the years, Molly has held various roles at Adoption Support Alliance, contributing her expertise and insights. She is a thoughtful and intentional adoptive parent, deeply passionate about expanding her understanding of adoption-related issues and sharing those valuable lessons with others.

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