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Adoption Shared

We Are Family
Adoption
Identity
We Are Family
Representation In Children's Literature
Birth Families
Race and Ethnicity
Adoption Chatter
Adopt London
Therapeutic Parenting
Adoptee Community
UK Publishing / Representation
Film
Ezra and the Great Bin Jah Meen
United Kingdom
Trauma Informed Teaching
Self-Acceptance
Memory
Education
Adoptive Parenting
Swansea

Adoption Shared is produced by We Are Family adoption support community in partnership with Adopt London. Adoption Shared explores stories which inform, support and amplify the adopter voice and community. In each episode, our host Eddie Elliott meets adopters and professionals who share their insight and experiences of the adoption journey from a variety of different perspectives. You can join We... more

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Stories play a powerful role in shaping how adoption is understood, both within families and in wider society. For adoptees, writing can offer a way to explore identity, make sense of complex experiences and reclaim narratives that have often been to... more

Adopted people often reflect on their experiences differently as they grow older, gaining new perspectives on identity, belonging, family and what support felt most meaningful along the way. This episode centres adoptee experience, offering parents a... more

Children's books can play an important role in helping young children understand adoption, explore questions of identity and belonging, and find language for feelings that can be difficult to express. This episode focuses on how parents can choose bo... more

Stories can help adoptive parents see adoption from a different perspective. Whether through memoirs, books, articles or personal accounts, they can open up new ways of understanding a child’s experiences and create opportunities for more thoughtful ... more

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Recent Guests

Robin Stevens
Author and adopter
Author of Ezra and the Great Bin Jah Meen
Episode: Season 6: Choosing Adoption Books for Young Children
Lisa Mainwaring
Adopter; journalist; advocate sharing personal adoption journey
Southwest London, Adopted two boys; former foster for adoption
Episode: Season 6: Understanding Adoption Through Stories – How Narratives Shape Parenting
Louise Ndibwirende
Filmmaker, director, equality, diversity, and inclusion specialist; adoptee from Rwanda
Independent filmmaker; public speaker
Episode: Season 6: Adoption on Screen
Sarah Naish
Adopter of five siblings; founder of the Centre of Excellence in Child Trauma
Centre of Excellence in Child Trauma
Episode: Season 6: Supporting Children Through Different Life Stages

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Eddie Elliott
Host of Adoption Shared, guiding conversations with adopters and professionals

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Great resource

    Such a valuable resource for adopting and non-adopting parents.

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    berale23
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Great resource for adoptive and prospective parents.
Valuable perspectives for professionals in adoption support and policy.
Listeners appreciate authentic lived experiences from adopters.
High-quality discussions on trauma and parenting strategies.

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Season 6: What I Wish My Parents Knew About Adoption
Q: What advice would you give to adoptive parents today?
Prioritize early and ongoing emotional support, normalize conversations about adoption without stigma, and actively seek out adoptee-informed resources and communities to guide parenting and identity development.
Season 6: What I Wish My Parents Knew About Adoption
Q: What support would have made a difference growing up?
Consistent emotional, therapeutic, and psychological support to address trauma and attachment issues, plus ongoing access to resources that understand adoptee-specific needs beyond the foster-to-adopt transition.
Season 6: What I Wish My Parents Knew About Adoption
Q: What does adoption mean to you and how do you see your identity as an adopted person?
Adoption is nuanced and complex; it is a big part of my life but does not wholly define me, and it comes with both joy and significant trauma that affect relationships and sense of belonging.

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Adoption Shared centers on authentic experiences and practical guidance from adopters, professionals, and advocates regarding the adoption journey. Episodes spotlight trauma-informed parenting, birth family dynamics, identity, representation in media, and ongoing system improvements, with a strong emphasis on open conversations, sustained support, and community advocacy. Notable strengths include a clear focus on lived experience, policy and resource gaps, and a commitment to elevating adopters' voices while offering actionable takeaways for families, social services, and educators.

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1. Adoption, Fostering & Tea: The New Family Social Podcast
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5. ZOE Science & Nutrition

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Adoption Shared launched 5 years ago and published 41 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Robin Stevens
2. Lisa Mainwaring
3. Louise Ndibwirende
4. Sarah Naish

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