BFANI ON TOUR! From IVF to Adoption

Barnardo's Fostering & Adoption NI

What if the path to parenthood looked different than you'd imagined? Join us on a heartfelt exploration of adoption in the UK, featuring Emma, an adopter who has journeyed through the highs and lows of IVF, alongside Sharon, the adoption lead from Northern Ireland, and Kat, the Scottish adoption lead. Together, we unpack the adoption process, especially following the heartbreak of fertility struggles.
This heartfelt conversation doesn't shy away from the complex emotions tied to infertility and adoption, such as grief and anger and we explore how these emotions can impact relationships. We also dive into the practical aspects of the adoption process, from assessment to panel. Whether you're contemplating adoption or simply want to understand more, we invite you to listen and connect with Barnardo's Fostering and Adoption in Northern Ireland for further insights.
To read more on Emma's journey, you can find her book, A Pastoral Theology of Childlessness here: https://scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/9780334060512/a-pastoral-theology-of-childlessness
Learn more about fostering and adoption with Barnardo’s:
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/fostering-and-adoption
To learn more about fostering and adoption in NI, visit our Linktr.ee:
https://linktr.ee/barnardosfosteringni
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Chapter

1. BFANI ON TOUR! From IVF to Adoption (00:00:00)

2. An Overview of the Adoption Process: An NI Perspective (00:00:03)

3. Family Finding in Scotland (00:09:31)

4. Early Barriers (00:13:25)

5. Processing Grief (00:15:54)

6. Meet Emma (00:18:24)

7. Letting Go of Anger & The Grief Cycle (00:23:00)

8. Navigating Adoption and Emotional Resilience (00:31:59)

9. Connecting With Barnardo's Fostering and Adoption (00:44:22)