Adoptees and Holidays

In this episode, Emily, Gene, and Kay Trowbridge discuss what it's like to be an adoptee and go through holidays. They explore the feelings of disconnection and the impact of traditions on adoptees. They also share personal experiences and discuss the importance of inclusivity and creating a sense of belonging for adoptees during holidays. The conversation explores the experiences of adoptees during holidays and how their adoptive parents can create a sense of belonging and stability. The hosts discuss the importance of creating family traditions and how these traditions can help adoptees feel included. They also touch on the topic of celebrating the day of adoption and the significance of adoption-related ornaments. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the relationship between adoptees and their birth parents and the different experiences that can arise from these relationships.

Story Notes:

• Adoptees' Struggles with Holidays
• Personal Perspectives on Birthdays and Mother's Day
• The Impact of Traditions
• Personal Experiences with Holidays
• The Void and Loss
• Creating Family Traditions
• The Significance of Adoption-related Ornaments
• The Relationship Between Adoptees and Birth Parents
• Supporting Adoptees During Holidays
• Intergenerational Storytelling in Adoptive Families

Chapters

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