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Let"s Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast

Information about adoption and foster care in Minnesota

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28:52

Growing Together at Every Stage Part 3-Preschoolers

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2026/01/14

In this six-part series, we are joined by family therapist and author Meg Flynn, who brings us a wealth of knowledge from her work with families and kids for over three decades. In this era of high-pressure parenting and busy family life, Meg reminds us of how we can slow down, find the joy in each stage, and focus on what really matters–safety, connection, and growth.In Part 3 – Preschoolers: Celebrating Their Emerging Personalities and Valuing Their Ideas, Meg gives concrete ways to

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29:43

Growing Together at Every Stage Part 2-Toddlers:...

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2025/12/30

In this six-part series, we are joined by family therapist and author Meg Flynn, who brings us a wealth of knowledge from her work with families and kids for over three decades. In this era of high-pressure parenting and busy family life, Meg reminds us of how we can slow down, find the joy in each stage, and focus on what really matters–safety, connection, and growth.Part 2-Toddlers: Respecting Their Learning and Their Play (30 mins) December 31, 2025 This podcast is eligible for a

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33:58

Growing Together at Every Stage Part 1- Babies: Calm...

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2025/12/16

In this six-part series, we are joined by family therapist and author Meg Flynn, who brings us a wealth of knowledge from her work with families and kids for over three decades. In this era of high-pressure parenting and busy family life, Meg reminds us of how we can slow down, find the joy in each stage, and focus on what really matters–safety, connection, and growth.Part 1- Babies: Calm Presence and Safe Environment (34 mins) December 17, 2025 This podcast is eligible for a Certificate

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37:21

Practical Parenting for Adoptive Families (including...

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2025/12/03

Adoption is a unique experience, both enriching and challenging. Adoptive parents Dawn and Truman share how their practical, actionable strategies and lots of compassion for themselves and their children helped them navigate unique challenges, reduce stress, and create a calmer, more connected home life. From attachment to education, this conversation will help keep your world manageable.We’ll also talk about how they created a Family Appointment Book and how this resource can save the

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33:49

Mindful Kids: Helping Foster & Adoptive Children...

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2025/11/19

Children in foster or adoptive care often carry invisible burdens of anxiety, trauma, or disconnection. In this episode, children’s mindfulness teacher Veronica Moya shares how soul-centered practices can help kids tap into resilience, self-love, and emotional intelligence. With practical tools and a fresh perspective, Veronica shows how mindfulness is not therapy, but mental hygiene that helps every child feel at…The post Mindful Kids: Helping Foster & Adoptive Children Build Emotional Strength

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47:44

Long-Range Parenting

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2025/11/05

Long-Range Parenting In this episode, we are joined by Ron and Melissa Moore. Ron and Melissa raised three biological children and adopted three siblings from foster care. They share how they came to be interested in adoption, their parenting philosophy, and many of the joys and challenges they’ve experienced on their parenting journey. Ron and Melissa share how they support…The post Long-Range Parenting appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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42:48

Lessons in Leadership

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2025/10/22

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31:35

Retained Primitive Reflexes & Trauma: Unlocking...

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2025/10/08

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44:02

Burnout in Child Welfare Professionals and Foster...

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2025/09/18

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46:37

From Foster Care to the Auto Shop

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2025/09/03

This podcast is eligible for a Certificate of Completion. September 10, 2025 Chaya Milchtein joins Let’s Talk to share about her journey through foster care, identity and self-discovery and how this led her to building a successful career in the male-dominated industry of automobile ownership and maintenance. (46:38) FOSTER ADOPT MINNESOTA Website | Facebook | YoutubeThe post From Foster Care to the Auto Shop appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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20:29

Building Stronger Families, Stronger Community

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2025/08/26

This podcast is not eligible for a Certificate of Completion. August 27, 2025 Learn all about Beltrami Area Service Collaborative (BASC) and the power of collaboration in maximizing the health, education, and well-being of families in Beltrami County. Kim Graham, Executive Director, and Kristina Ulve, School Engagement Case Manager, share the programs and services BASC…The post Building Stronger Families, Stronger Community appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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47:50

Why Becoming a Child Welfare Professional is a Great...

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2025/08/13

This podcast is eligible for a Certificate of Completion if you complete a Post Podcast Test. August 13, 2025 Jeremy Carney, MSW, PhD and Charley Joyce, MSW know that child welfare work can be challenging. Yet it offers a deeply rewarding career path for individuals passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children,…The post Why Becoming a Child Welfare Professional is a Great Idea appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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29:57

The Power of Mindful Self-Compassion

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2025/07/30

Children and adults alike can be their own harshest critics, and our culture often perpetuates this. But there is a powerful yet underutilized tool called mindful self-compassion. In this episode, we are joined by one of the experts in mindful self-compassion, Jamie Lynn Tatera. Jamie Lynn is a teacher, trainer, author, and the creator the…The post The Power of Mindful Self-Compassion appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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27:29

A Brain-First Approach to Parenting

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2025/07/16

In this episode, Eileen Devine, licensed clinical social worker and founder of Brain First Parenting, shares how we can support individuals with challenging behaviors by moving away from rewards and consequences and toward a deeper understanding of the brain-behavior connection. Eileen also shares her personal experience of raising a daughter who lives with Fetal Alcohol…The post A Brain-First Approach to Parenting appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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45:54

Fire-Setting Behavior in Children

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2025/07/02

Foster parents should be aware that fire-setting can be a serious and potentially dangerous behavior that requires careful attention and intervention. It’s crucial to understand the child’s reasons behind fire-setting, including curiosity, impulsive behavior, or underlying emotional issues. Understanding the causes, signs, and appropriate responses can help foster parents manage this behavior effectively and keep everyone…The post Fire-Setting Behavior in Children appeared first on Foster Adopt

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53:56

If Our Family Provides Foster Care, Will Our Family...

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2025/06/18

This is an important question as families consider caring for children and teens in foster care. While there are no certain answers, it’s vital to consider all the ways a family could change and different experiences families may encounter. Charley Joyce and Rick Delaney have helped numerous families prepare for the uncertainties and changes that…The post If Our Family Provides Foster Care, Will Our Family Change? appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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32:14

Commitment Through Uncertainty

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2025/06/04

In this episode, we are joined by Scott Yeomans, who shares his story as a kinship caregiver, acknowledging the unanticipated commitment, emotions and decisions he and his family have faced. FOSTER ADOPT MINNESOTA Website | Facebook | YoutubeThe post Commitment Through Uncertainty appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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55:41

The Exhaustion of Parenting a Child with Bottomless...

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2025/05/21

Unfortunately, the life experiences of foster youth have often been impacted by abandonment, trauma and neglect. These experiences can result in youth being chronically scared and coping by wanting constant reassurance and protection from safe adults who are often foster parents. In this podcast, Dr. Rick Delaney and Charley Joyce will discuss backgrounds that create…The post The Exhaustion of Parenting a Child with Bottomless Needs appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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25:40

Align Your Mind

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2025/05/07

In this episode, Britt Frank–therapist, author, speaker, and adjunct professor—shares tools and insights from her brand new book, Align Your Mind. Listen in as she brings us personal stories, practical tips, and new ways of navigating all the different parts of ourselves. FOSTER ADOPT MINNESOTA Website | Facebook | YoutubeThe post Align Your Mind appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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55:13

School Issues for Children in Foster Care

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2025/04/23

In this episode, Rick Delaney and Charley Joyce focus on the behavioral and emotional challenges children in foster care and families experience within the school system. Tune in to learn how school-related issues impact foster parents and their interactions with their children, and how parents can advocate for their child’s educational needs and rights. FOSTER…The post School Issues for Children in Foster Care appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

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