Episode 5: Russell & Emily - Part 2

Listen to the 2nd part of our conversation with Russell & Emily, their daughters, and their #Adoption with Gia. Learn some details about cross-cultural adoption and a sweet baby girl with special needs.

0:28 Introduction

1:18 What was it like for the big sisters to have their parents bringing a baby into the home?

5:26 Did the big sisters experience any jealousy because the parents were spending more time with Gia?

6:29 It seems like the big sisters have specialized skills to help with Gia’s care. What does Gia’s overall care program look like?

12:14 Someone listening may be contemplating, could I adopt a child with special needs? Did you discover that the resources available came out and found you?

13:15 What would you tell a prospective parent contemplating adopting a child with special needs?

16:10 Since Gia’s heritage is Vietnamese, have you thought about how you might navigate the cultural diversity questions that come up?

18:40 Have you thought about future planning regarding her card should anything happen to you?

20:34 What would you say was one of the biggest takeaways of this process? What was something that you learned by going through this adoption?

23:28 Emily shares what the legal choices were within the first 24 hours of getting Gia.

25:33 What is a Safe Haven?

29:45 Is there anything else you’d like to share about your adoption journey?

31:13 Adoption can feel like a roller coaster. How has this adoption journey changed you? http://www.odomsaska.com/podcast Are you an expectant mother with questions?

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