Biblically aligned support for the Christian adoptive mom experiencing the stress of post-adoption turmoil. You willingly stepped into this non-traditional mom role for a child/children who needed you, knowing there would be difficulties. You trusted God to get you through. Now you’re in the thick of it. Know this: You can trust that God is able to redeem even the most difficult challenges facing you and your family, and bring something amazingly good from them! I hope this podcast is a help ...
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Ongoing Pre-Adoption Trauma Effects Affect Adoptive Moms, Too
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Are there ongoing effects from your adopted child’s trauma history that impact them & their behavior? Effects that also affect you? Then this episode is for you!I’m Dawn Baggett, post adoption mom coach. If you’re an adoptive/second mom, I invite you to join the *Circle of Second Moms* here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb-group Or visi…
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My Child’s Dissociation Super Power - the Downside
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Do you know or suspect that your adopted child with a trauma history has periods, however brief, of dissociation?Dissociation as a possible trauma response in adopted children that may be surprising, even scary for post adoptive moms. As mentioned in the episode your can learn more at https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/dissociation-overviewI’m Daw…
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Fierce (Age-Inappropriate) Independence
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Does your adopted child exhibit fierce independence? Tune into this episode to talk about how this may be connected with their prior early childhood trauma, and what you can do to help them and help yourself in addressing this behavior.As an adoptive/second mom, you’re invited to join the *Circle of Second Moms* here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing…
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When their Overreacting is Actually a Trauma Response
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Does your child or teen tend to overreact with excessive and prolonged drama or explosive behavior? Understanding how trauma affects their ability to calm down is crucial for adoptive moms. Traumatized kids often have hyperactive amygdalas, making it challenging for them to down-regulate from a heightened state and remain calm.This physiological re…
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Today (as I’m recording this episode) is my birthday and I decided to give you a present! When my kiddos were younger I struggled to keep up with all the papers and documentation, and then to find what I needed when I needed it! Enter Trello (No affiliation).This is an app that lets me get to my information and documentation from my phone or comput…
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What’s the perfect recipe for your personal success as an adoptive/second mom? Listen to this episode to learn the three components to composing a Mom Mission Statement and why you want to create yours ASAP! The link to the workbook mentioned in this episode is: https://dawnbaggett.com/page/redefining-success-funnel-1-step-1-lead-magnet-opt-inAs an…
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Mental Health Conditions & 2nd Mom Stress
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I recently learned that 40% of 18 year olds in the US meet the criteria for a mental health disorder. That percentage is undoubtedly even higher among families of our audience of second moms. And a huge source of stress for you. Long-term stress. Dangerous stress. Let’s talk about what you can do on this episode. In this episode I share four simple…
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This episode takes a look at the reality of PTSD among many mothers who have experienced their own trauma within the context of post-adoption family dynamics. Adoptive moms are also invited to join the *Circle of Second Moms* here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb-group or visit dawnbaggett.com to learn more about post adoption coaching …
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To Help Your Adopted Child Navigate Stress…Start with Yours
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Stress is a big issue for many adoptive families, not only for the adoptive child but the entire family. This episode lists three steps to support an adoptive mom in helping lower the overall stress level by modeling effective ways to address her own stress. Adoptive moms are invited to join the *Circle of Second Moms* here: http://dawnbaggett.com/…
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Prevent Back to School Power Struggles
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Power struggles in post-adoptive families may be similar to others but are often more intense and frequent. I’m Dawn Baggett and in this episode I share a counterintuitive approach for reducing or preventing power struggles with children and teens who experience post adoption attachment challenges. I also offer a free safety plan audit & safety pla…
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Beyond the Box - Educational Options for Second Moms
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This episode encourages adoptive moms to do some digging to get to an educational plan that fits the needs of her children & family. One resource shared in the episode is Hand in Hand Educational Consulting run by Brenda Wagenknecht: 520-233-0554handinhandeducate@gmail.comwww.handinhandeducate.com Brenda offers listeners a free 15 minute consult. I…
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Five (hidden) Lessons I Learned about Free Choice in Education as an Adoptive Mom
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Today’s episode discusses five lessons I learned about free choice & educational options as an adoptive mom with hidden ways those options may impact our families. While I’m extremely grateful for the freedom of educational choice that we now enjoy in this country, it’s also important to recognize the limits of those freedoms. If safety is an issue…
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Growing Resilience by strengthening your Faith Foundation
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For additional support adoptive moms are invited to join the Circle of Second Moms Facebook group here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb-group or visit dawnbaggett.com to learn more about post adoption coaching with Dawn.
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Living Out Our Hope as Parents of Prodigals
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For additional support adoptive moms are invited to join the Circle of Second Moms Facebook group here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb-group or visit dawnbaggett.com to learn more about post adoption coaching with Dawn.
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Walls & Fences in Your Post Adoptive Family
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For additional support adoptive moms are invited to join the Circle of Second Moms Facebook group here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb-group or visit dawnbaggett.com to learn more about post adoption coaching with Dawn.
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Planting Seeds of Growth in your Adoptive Family
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The metaphor of a garden beautifully illustrates the journey of adoptive families. This episode is one in a series about “ planting seeds” of learning, growth & love for Christian mothers in post adoptive families. For additional support adoptive moms are invited to join the Circle of Second Moms Facebook group here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing/…
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Nurturing Connections: Planting Seeds of Learning for Adoptive Moms
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Are you feeling frustrated and defeated due to the resistance whenever you try to teach anything to your adopted child with attachment challenges? This episode about planting seeds of learning is part of a series on “Planting Seeds” of love, growth & learning in the midst of the challenges of post-adoption life. Show notes for this episode can be f…
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Presence of Trauma Effects Despite Lack of Memory
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This episode of 2nd Moms Circle for Christian Adoptive Moms is a bonus Tuesday trauma tip. I’m Dawn Baggett your host & post adoption mom coach. Understand that I am not a doctor or therapist and nothing in this podcast content is offered as medical or mental health diagnosis treatment or cure. Show notes for this episode can be found at dawnbagget…
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Are you an adoptive mom who’s lost (or just misplaced) those loving feelings? Planting seeds of love is more than just going through the motions but compassion fatigue or other obstacles can make it feel like that’s all you can manage to do. This episode is part of a series on “Planting Seeds” of love, growth & learning in the midst of challenges o…
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Tuesday Trauma Tip - Brain Development Before & After Age 3
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These Tuesday Trauma Tips are bonus episodes that I am trying out in addition to our regular episodes. Regular episodes tend to be a bit longer while my intention is for these tips to be bite-sized. Audience feedback will be used to determine if these become a more permanent feature of the podcast.
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7 Obstacles to Planting Good Seeds in Your Adoptive Family
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Show notes for this episode can be found at dawnbaggett.com. >>>For additional support adoptive moms are invited to join the Circle of Second Moms Facebook group here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb-group >>>To apply for private post-adoption coaching click here: https://dawnbaggett.com/page/waitlist >>>To hear more be sure to follow t…
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Put off Power Struggles with Unilateral Shift #3
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Show notes for this episode can be found at dawnbaggett.com. >>>For additional support adoptive moms are invited to join the Circle of Second Moms Facebook group here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb-group >>>To apply for private post-adoption coaching click here: https://dawnbaggett.com/page/waitlist >>>To hear more be sure to follow t…
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Adoptive Moms Distance from Excess Drama with This One Shift
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Show notes for this episode can be found at dawnbaggett.com. >>>For additional support adoptive moms are invited to join the Circle of Second Moms Facebook group here: http://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb-group >>>To apply for private post-adoption coaching click here: https://dawnbaggett.com/page/waitlist >>>To hear more be sure to follow t…
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New View - Part Two; Unilateral Shift #1 for Adoptive Moms of Teens
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Embracing acceptance over accountability offers a transformative perspective for Christian mothers navigating the journey with their adopted teenagers. This approach does not imply condoning negative behaviors but fosters an understanding that these actions often stem from deeper, unresolved issues. Moving towards acceptance allows mothers to estab…
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UNILATERAL SHIFT #1 - Adoptive Moms New View on PROBLEM BEHAVIORS
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Adoptive moms often find themselves in challenging situations, especially when it comes to managing defiant, disrespectful, and sometimes dangerous behaviors in their adopted teenagers. Traditional approaches lean heavily towards an accountability lens, believing that enforcing consequences for misbehavior will bring positive change. But this metho…
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As the Easter weekend approaches, it's crucial for adoptive mothers to consider their expectations in light of the reality of their family dynamics. This episode emphasizes the importance of acknowledging that not all family members might share the same enthusiasm or faith, leading to potential disappointments and tensions. By setting realistic exp…
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You Are More Than Mom in Your Adoptive Family
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Journaling about your role as a mom/adoptive mom can illuminate the realistic aspirations and challenges you face in this pivotal role. This exercise encourages mothers to distinguish their maternal responsibilities from other aspects of their personal identity, acknowledging that they are more than just a mom. It stresses the importance of having …
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It’s important to identify misplaced guilt and blame that you as an adoptive mom may face, but not always to strike out in defensiveness. When we know that Someone more powerful and able than we are has our backs, we can rest in that knowledge, setting a powerful example to our children and others. Read more in the companion blog at dawnbaggett.com…
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Minimizing Misperceptions & Misunderstandings in Adoptive Families
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Adoptive families often navigate a complex landscape of skepticism, fueled by misperceptions and misunderstandings that can threaten the very foundation of family life. The uniqueness of your adoptive family may highlight these challenges further, drawing skepticism from external observers and creating internal pressures. Adoptive parents are encou…
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Hey Mamas, Are You Sinking into an Accountability Trap?
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When behaviors escalate, especially in the teen years, adoptive moms in particular, may be finding themselves scrambling to hold their child accountable, when it feels that no one else is doing so. This can lead to what I call an accountability trap. Learn more on this episode of Second Moms Circle.In addition to following this podcast you may find…
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Ongoing Needs for Acceptance & Belonging
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When you understand their need for autonomy and you build belief into their need for acceptance that lays the foundation for relational resilience when accountability issues arise. When we become an adopted family, a blended family, we interject vulnerability to uncertainty and doubts around acceptance, not only with the new children but with our b…
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The Critical Drive for Self-Autonomy, in Overdrive
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This episode discusses how the natural drive for autonomy in adolescence can get flipped into overdrive in complex adoptive families. To join our free Facebook group for targeted support for “second moms” from a Christian worldview, tap the join link: https://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb-group…
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Values Variable in Complex Family Conflicts
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Minor conflicts can morph into major clashes that are almost impossible to resolve for adoptive moms. Listen to this episode to learn more. If this describes your experience and you’d like to join our free Facebook group for targeted support for “second moms” from a Christian worldview, tap the join link: https://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-f…
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Raising a child with moderate to severe attachment trauma can be like a dense fog for adoptive moms. Listen to this episode to learn more. If this describes your experience and you’d like to join our free Facebook group for targeted support for “second moms” from a Christian worldview, tap the join link: https://dawnbaggett.com/landing/opt-in-to-fb…
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Discover 4 Biblical ways adoptive moms can pursue peace during Christmastime and beyond in this episode of Second Moms Circle. If you’d like additional support join the Circle of Second Moms Facebook group. And visit dawnbaggett.com for more.
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Holiday Peace Planning for Adoptive Moms
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Planning ahead can help protect your peace during the holidays. While there are many practical things to plan for, such as grocery lists and special events, don’t forget to plan for peace as well. Consider the disruptions you anticipate and what is robbing your peace currently. Is it external factors or internal struggles?If you’re looking for guid…
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Are you unsure about how to best respond to your child’s rebellious behavior? Have you received conflicting advice? Listen to this episode which dives into the topic of parental responses to rebellion by looking at two familiar Bible passages.
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Learn about stumbling blocks and how to deal with them in this episode of Legacy Living Today for Second Moms. Consider following the show and leaving a review to help others find it too.
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This episode presents four ways to stand up to self doubt as a second mom in a complex adoptive or blended family. For further support contact dawn@dawnbaggett.com or visit dawnbaggett.com. You can also follow Dawn on Instagram and Facebook and join her free Facebook group with weekly livestreams. Are you looking to work with Dawn? Hop on a clarity…
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The GAP in your Adoptive or Blended Family
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If you’re a mom living in an adoptive or blended family, you’ll be interested to hear how I define the gap I have recognized that occurs in many of our families, and that I refer to in my tagline “standing in the gap for second moms”. Listen & discover if you may be approaching, or already in this dangerous gap.…
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Being a caregiver to children who have suffered trauma, particularly adoptive mothers, can be very challenging and lead to burnout. One way to avoid this is by setting emotional boundaries. These types of boundaries are the dividing lines that protect the separation of your emotional experiences from those of others.By setting boundaries around emo…
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Setting emotional boundaries can help adoptive moms and other caregiver moms in complex families to avoid the risk of burnout and set good examples for the rest of the family. See my website at dawnbaggett.com to learn more about how I stand in the GAP for Second Moms and find out how I might help you.…
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This is a replay episode on a serious and important topic of safety planning for women who are moms in complex and frequently dangerous family dynamics. If you recognize how important this topic is please listen, share & leave a review. See my website at dawnbaggett.com to learn more about how I stand in the GAP for Second Moms and find out how I m…
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Foundational Commitments of Adoptive Parents
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This episode of Legacy Living TODAY with Dawn Baggett the foundational responsibilities of parenting, which are protection, provision, guidance, and for Christians, persistent prayer for each of your children and your family. Dive into each of these foundational commitments and be sure to subscribe to Legacy Living Today with Dawn Baggett. See my w…
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Second moms of special needs kids can often feel isolated when their complex family needs and dynamics are hard for others to recognize or understand. Learn more about how I help second moms at dawnbaggett.com. See my website at dawnbaggett.com to learn more about how I stand in the GAP for Second Moms and find out how I might help you.…
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[S3|E11] Clearing Up Roles & Responsibilities in Adoptive & Step Families
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This episode includes suggestions for navigating through conflicting advice, unreasonable expectations and ever-evolving relationships in adoptive and step families through clarity in regard to roles and responsibilities of parents and caregivers. See my website at dawnbaggett.com to learn more about how I stand in the GAP for Second Moms and find …
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Feeling behind and insufficient as an adoptive or second mom? This episode includes six tips for overcoming these feelings and moving toward success as a second mom. See my website at dawnbaggett.com to learn more about how I stand in the GAP for Second Moms and find out how I might help you.
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[S03E09] Parental abuse and safety planning
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This episode answers the question: What is parental abuse? And goes on to talk about safety planning for the mom who is experiencing feelings of being unsafe in her own home, and in her own family. See my website at dawnbaggett.com to learn more about how I stand in the GAP for Second Moms and find out how I might help you.…
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[S03E08] 3 Important Benefits of Gratitude in the Tough Times
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This episode shares 3 Important Benefits of Gratitude in the Tough Times. See my website at dawnbaggett.com to learn more about how I stand in the GAP for Second Moms and find out how I might help you.
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[S03E07] Tightrope Parenting in Adoptive Families
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This episode addresses how adoptive parents are constantly doing a balancing act as post-traumatic caregivers with children for whom the effects of early childhood trauma lingers long after the adoption papers have been signed. Recognizing what is not often talked about in the larger community, and that is how early childhood trauma often affects a…
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