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Focus on the Family with Jim Daly

Speaking Your Adopted Child’s Love Language

Nov 1, 2024
Dr. Laurel Shaler, a counselor and professor specializing in adoption, shares her insights on the emotional intricacies of parenting adopted children. She emphasizes the Five Love Languages as vital tools for fostering connection and understanding in families. Dr. Shaler recounts her own adoption journey and discusses the challenges faced during COVID, particularly for adoptive families. She also provides encouragement and resources for those considering adoption, underlining the importance of community support and self-compassion in the parenting experience.
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  • Dr. Laurel Shaler emphasizes the importance of understanding each adopted child's unique love language to foster deeper emotional connections and support.
  • The podcast highlights the significant role of grace, patience, and commitment in navigating the challenges of adoption while promoting healing and redemption.

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Missy, initially believing that abortion was the right choice, reflects on her past misjudgments, specifically the misinformation she received that trivialized the significance of the fetus. She realized that claims labeling the fetus as merely 'a blob of tissue' were inaccuracies, as ultrasounds revealed undeniable evidence of life. This awakening moved her to support initiatives like Operation Ultrasound, which seeks to educate others on the realities of pregnancy. Now a pro-life advocate, Missy aims to offer hope and healing to women grappling with similar experiences of shame and secrecy.

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