ADOPTION STRUGGLES AND SUPPORT | Adoption, Adoption Trauma, Adoptive Parents, Biblical Encouragement, Journaling, Parenting

By: Tim Maudlin Adoptive Parent Adoption Mentor Ambassador of Encouragement
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  • The Go-to Podcast for Struggling Adoptive Parents Who Need Support In Their Parenting Journey! **TOP 2% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST** ** TOP 50 CHRISTIAN PARENTING PODCAST** Did you finally realize your dream of having a family only to have your happily ever after turn into a nightmare? Are you constantly second-guessing your parenting, anxious about whether your child will make good choices and remain faithful? Have you neglected yourself to the point that it’s taken a personal toll on you? If you’re a struggling adoptive parent searching for answers in your parenting journey, you’re in the right place. Hi Neighbor, Welcome to Adoption Struggles and Support. I’m Tim, an adoptive parent and adoption mentor. I too felt the joy of having a family of my own, and I wish we could be like other families. But I found myself up late at night, anxious about my adopted child’s future and asking myself, will my child be okay? Where did I go wrong? It was only by grabbing a lifeline from God and my friends that I was able to navigate the challenges of adoptive life. And now I can’t wait to share everything I’ve learned with you. My mission is to teach Christian adoptive parents how to be okay even when their kids aren’t by anchoring them in biblical principles. If you’re ready for real and raw talk with strategies that lead to peace beyond comprehension, so you not only survive, but thrive in life’s storms, this podcast is for you. Anchors of Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim Connect: AnchorsOfEncouragement@gmail.com Community: facebook.com/groups/anchorsofencouragement Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timmaudlin/
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  • 187 – Adoptive Parents: Don’t Be Afraid to Go to Therapy

    187 – Adoptive Parents: Don’t Be Afraid to Go to Therapy
    May 8 2025

    Parenting an adopted child comes with unique challenges, and healing starts with you. Here’s how to truly support your adopted child and yourself.

    Hi Neighbor,

    Navigating the intricate journey of adoptive parenting presents unexpected hurdles, especially when trauma, healing, and family history are involved.

    Today’s segment, Don’t Be Afraid to Go to Therapy, comes from Episode 183. As adoptive parents, it’s okay to seek therapy for yourself. Healing starts with us.

    When parents seek help for themselves first, it sends a vital message: everyone needs support sometimes. It also prevents children from feeling like they’re “the problem” and shows that healing is a family journey.

    I want to encourage you to listen, take notes, and sit with the idea or ideas that speak to you. Facing our own history can open doors for our kids to heal, too.

    Anchors of Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim

    P.S. You’re not alone in this journey. If you haven’t joined our private community, consider this an invitation. It’s a safe space to share your struggles and triumphs with fellow adoptive parents who truly understand what you're going through.

    Listen to today’s episode and share it with fellow adoptive parents. These conversations foster strength and understanding in our community. Be the anchor others may need right now.

    Contact Jane: • Phone Number: (256) 353-8528 • Email: jbaker@adoption-associates.com • Website: Adoption Associates

    Resources mentioned by Jane: • Parenting with Love & Logic • Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life

    Website: Love and Logic
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    9 mins
  • 186 – Manifestations of Unresolved Grief in Adopted Children: The Signs to Look For

    186 – Manifestations of Unresolved Grief in Adopted Children: The Signs to Look For
    May 1 2025

    Unresolved grief isn’t always obvious: Grief in adopted children often goes unrecognized, especially in the early years. Challenging behaviors aren’t always just a phase, they can be signals of deeper emotional pain.

    Hi Neighbor,

    As adoptive parents, we strive to create safe and loving homes. Yet, sometimes, deeper emotional layers, like unresolved grief, can go unnoticed in our children.

    Today’s segment, Manifestations of Unresolved Grief in Adopted Children, comes from Episode 183. We’ll explore how grief manifests itself in adopted children and what parents can do to support healing.

    I want to encourage you to listen, take notes, and sit with the idea or ideas that speak to you.

    Parenting adopted kids isn’t always what you expect, especially when it comes to the hidden struggles like unresolved grief.

    Adoption journeys are complex. Take time to pause, reflect, and apply what you learn. Small shifts in understanding can make a world of difference.

    Anchors of Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim

    P.S. You’re not alone in this journey. If you haven’t joined our private community, consider this an invitation. It’s a safe space to share your struggles and triumphs with fellow adoptive parents who truly understand what you're going through.

    Listen to today’s episode and share it with fellow adoptive parents. These conversations foster strength and understanding in our community. Be the anchor others may need right now.

    Contact Jane: • Phone Number: (256) 353-8528 • Email: jbaker@adoption-associates.com • Website: Adoption Associates
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    10 mins
  • 185 – Understanding the Hidden Struggles of Adopted Children

    185 – Understanding the Hidden Struggles of Adopted Children
    Apr 26 2025

    A lot of times, adopted children find it difficult to open up to their parents about the struggles they face regarding their adoption. Why is that?

    Hi Neighbor,

    Adoptive parenting isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Understanding the hidden struggles of adopted kids can transform how we support and connect with them. Here are some powerful insights you NEED to hear.

    Today’s segment, Understanding the Hidden Struggles of Adopted Children, comes from Episode 183. I want to encourage you to listen, take notes, and sit with the idea or ideas that speak to you.

    Adoptive parents, this is hard! If you weren’t adopted, you might not “get it,” and that’s okay. The key isn’t having all the answers; it’s keeping the door open.

    Anchors of Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim

    P.S. You’re not alone in this journey. If you haven’t joined our private community, consider this an invitation. It’s a safe space to share your struggles and triumphs with fellow adoptive parents who truly understand what you're going through.

    Listen to today’s episode and share it with fellow adoptive parents. These conversations foster strength and understanding in our community. Be the anchor others may need right now.

    Contact Jane: • Phone Number: (256) 353-8528 • Email: jbaker@adoption-associates.com • Website: Adoption Associates
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    9 mins
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We all need to use our gifts

A great reminder Tim that we all have special gifts to be used to make the world a better place. Jesus loves all his children and it’s up to us to let everyone know of his free gift! God bless your ministry and much success in te future!

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