Ep. 26 - Life in Foster and Adoption from TBRI Practitioners

In this episode, Meredith sits down with Ryan and Kayla North to delve into the unique challenges and joys of foster and adoptive families. They discuss how shared experiences, trauma-informed approaches, and practical tools can build trust and connection in families navigating complex dynamics. Together, they explore what it means to create a community where healing and growth are possible, even in the hardest seasons. Join us for a conversation full of honesty, wisdom, and encouragement for every step of the journey. 🎙 About Our Guests: Ryan and Kayla North are pioneers in the foster and adoptive community, bringing years of experience as parents, trainers, and advocates. As TBRI-trained practitioners, their work focuses on empowering families through connection, understanding, and trauma-informed approaches.

References:
* One Big Happy Home: https://www.onebighappyhome.com/
* Empowered Parent Podcast: https://www.onebighappyhome.com/podcast/
* RE: conference: https://www.realencouragement.org/
Producer: Zach Lucero
Marketing: Sydney Jones
Social Media: Griffin Shuman
Guest Booking: Gretchen Schrock

Meredith Shuman | Founder, James Trail

As Executive Director of James Trail, Meredith is committed to serving organizations and communities where the gaps are the greatest. She brings over 30 years of experience as a therapist, a trauma-informed care trainer, and a parent. Meredith holds an MSW degree from the University of Texas.

She and her husband Dan, a global health physician have been married 31 years, and they have 5 children, 4 of whom are adopted.  Meredith loves a passport with lots of stamps (she loves serving in global settings and has lived cross-culturally), a water bottle with lots of stickers, a table with lots of people, and a mountain with lots of trail.

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