Adopter Stories by Adoption Now

If you’re a regular listener to the podcast our guest will be a familiar voice—a guest from Dad Pod Dan joined us last Christmas, and his story resonated with so many of you.In the second of our Xmas Specials, we’re catching up on what’s changed over the past year, how their family has grown and settled, and of course, what Christmas looks like for them now. We’ll be chatting about new traditions, old favourites, and the little moments that have made this year particularly meaningful.If you’ve enjoyed this conversation, or if it’s sparked something for you, we’d love to hear from you. You can get in touch with us on our social media channels, visiting our website adoptionnow.org.uk or calling our Information line on 01204 336096 for more information.And if you’re someone who’s been thinking about adoption—or you’re simply curious about what the next step might look like—please do reach out and talk to us. We’re always here to answer questions, offer guidance and help you explore whether adoption could be right for you.As always, Thank you so much for listening. We hope you have a wonderful Christmas, and we’ll see you in the next episode of adopter stories by adoption now.

As Christmas approaches, we’re exploring the traditions that make this time of year feel special—especially for families brought together through adoption.In the first of our Xmas Special episodes we hear from Natasha & Matt, some wonderful adopters whose journey took an unexpected turn. After listening to a previous episode in this series, they felt inspired to adopt siblings rather than just one child—something that’s shaped their family life in the most meaningful way.We’ll be talking about their first Christmases together, the traditions they’ve created, the ones they’ve kept, and the joy—and occasional chaos—of celebrating the holidays as a family.If you’ve enjoyed this conversation, or if it’s sparked something for you, we’d love to hear from you. You can get in touch with us on our social media channels, visiting our website adoptionnow.org.uk or calling our Information line on 01204 336096 for more information.And if you’re someone who’s been thinking about adoption—or you’re simply curious about what the next step might look like—please do reach out and talk to us. We’re always here to answer questions, offer guidance and help you explore whether adoption could be right for you.As always, Thank you so much for listening. We hope you have a wonderful Christmas, and we’ll see you in the next episode of adopter stories by adoption now.

In this episode, we’re honoured to share the powerful and deeply personal story of Kay, a birth parent. It’s a perspective we don’t often hear, but one that is vital in helping us all understand the wider picture of adoption — emotionally, practically and personally.Joining Kay in this episode is Kayleigh, our guest interviewer and Adoption Now Social Worker, who brings warmth, empathy and experience to this thoughtful and honest conversation. Together, they explore the circumstances surrounding Kay’s decision, the emotions that followed, and how she reflects on her journey today — including thoughts on contact, identity and the lasting impact of that decision.Content note: This episode includes open discussion around grief, loss and the realities of placing a child for adoption. Please take care while listening.Whether you're an adopter, prospective adopter, professional, or someone seeking a wider understanding of adoption — this is a story that will stay with you. If this episode has moved you or prompted questions, we’d love to hear from you. You can connect with us on social media or visit our website at www.adoptionnow.org.uk for more resources and information.And if you’re considering adoption or just beginning to explore what it could mean for you, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Call our Information Line on 01204 336096 — we’re here Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

We know that adoption is a lifelong journey, and while every story is unique, there’s huge power in connecting with someone who’s walked a similar path. That’s where our mentors come in, so in this episode we’re shining a light on a fantastic part of our support offer that many adopters have found invaluable: our Adopter Mentor Service -—experienced adopters who are trained to offer one-to-one peer support to others.For this episode, I’m joined by members of our amazing social work team who help run the service. They’ll be sharing how it works, what kind of support is offered, and how it’s making a real difference for adoptive families. Whether you're early in your journey or years down the line, this service could be the lifeline you didn’t know you needed.You can find out more information about starting the adoption process by visiting our website which is www.adoptionnow.org.uk. There you will be able to download our information pack and fill our contact form to start your adoption story.You can also call our Information Line on 01204 336096. Open 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday you will be able to speak to a member of our welcome team who will be only too happy to answer any questions you have and help you start your adoption story.

In this episode we will be finding out about our latest campaign You’re More Ready Than You Think, we’ll find out the latest, breaking news with regards to our Information Events and as usual I will be highlighting a previous episode that you may have missed and that we think could be good for you to listen to if you are currently considering about adopting.Mentioned links:You're More Ready Than You ThinkPodcast: https://www.adoptionnow.org.uk/youre-more-ready-than-you-think-podcastBlog: https://www.adoptionnow.org.uk/you-are-more-ready-than-you-thinkInformation Event Booking!https://www.adoptionnow.org.uk/eventsMust Hear Episode:https://www.adoptionnow.org.uk/i-became-a-parent-whenf this episode has given you the nudge to explore adoption further, visit our website www.adoptionnow.org.uk where you ill be able to download our Information Pack, or give our Information Line a call on 01204 336096