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The Adoption Roadmap Podcast

Rebecca Gruenspan

Your dream is to become a mom. My dream is to help you get there. I am Rebecca Gruenspan, a single mom through domestic adoption and an adoption consultant for over a decade. I’ll be your guide, along with other adoption professionals and members of the adoption constellation, walking you step by step down this beautiful and complex path of adopting your baby. This isn"t just another podcast sharing adoption stories. If you"re genuinely committed to diving in with an open heart, eager to learn

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00:43:53

Ep. #118: The Role of Attorneys in Adoption with...

The Adoption Roadmap Podcast ·

2025/12/24

In this episode of the Adoption Roadmap Podcast, adoption attorney Genie Gillespie discusses critical aspects of the adoption process, including the importance of putative father registries, the necessity of legal representation, navigating birth mother expenses, and identifying red flags in independent matches. The conversation emphasizes the need for adoptive parents to be informed and proactive in their journey, ensuring they understand their rights and responsibilities while securing the best

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00:24:54

Ep. #117: What Actually Makes an Adoption ‘High...

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2025/12/17

In this episode of The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Rebecca Gruenspan sits down with Genie Miller Gillespie, one of the most respected adoption attorneys in the country, for a clear, grounded conversation about the legal realities of adoption—without the fear-mongering.With more than 30 years of experience in adoption, guardianship, and reproductive law, Genie breaks down what hopeful adoptive parents actually need to know about openness, contested adoptions, and legal risk. Together, Rebecca and

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Ep #116: The Unbreakable Bond of Birth Mothers with...

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2025/12/10

In this episode of the Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Leah Outten and Raquel McCloud share their profound experiences as birth mothers, discussing the emotional complexities of adoption, resilience, and the impact of their viral reunion video. They explore themes of personal growth, the challenges of navigating open adoption, and the importance of being a safe space for their children. The conversation delves into the intricacies of family dynamics, the significance of identity, and the journey of

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00:42:59

Ep. #115: Resilience, Trauma, and Truth: Birth Moms...

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2025/12/03

In this episode of the Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Guests Leah Outten and Raquel McCloud share their deeply personal stories as birth mothers navigating the complexities of adoption. They discuss their unique experiences, the challenges they faced, and the support systems that helped them through their journeys. The conversation highlights the importance of resilience, the impact of isolation, and the role of adoption agencies in shaping their paths. Leah and Raquel also emphasize the need for open

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00:27:53

Ep. #113: NFL Star, Ricky Watters on Healing Through...

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2025/11/26

In this unforgettable conversation, former NFL superstar Ricky Watters—Super Bowl champion, five-time Pro Bowler, and one of the most versatile running backs in football history—opens up about the story most people don’t know: his journey as an adoptee and now as an adoptive father.Ricky shares how he accidentally learned he was adopted at age 10, the confusion and hurt that followed, and the sense of belonging he struggled to piece together as a child. He talks about the moments he wishes someone

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00:50:34

Ep. #112: Heal Your Own Trauma Before You Adopt,...

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2025/11/19

In this powerful continuation of their conversation, Connie Going goes even deeper into what it really means to pursue ethical, child-centered adoption. She talks about why hopeful adoptive parents must process their own trauma before stepping into adoption, the danger of trying to be the “perfect” Facebook family, and how truly loving a child means also honoring and supporting their birth parents. Connie breaks down creative, attachment-focused parenting strategies (including why traditional

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00:31:14

Ep. #111: Is Every Child Adoptable? A conversation...

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2025/11/12

In this enlightening conversation, Connie Going shares her extensive experience in child welfare and adoption, emphasizing the importance of connection for children in foster care. She discusses the challenges faced by adoptive parents, the role of birth parents, and the impact of media on adoption awareness. Connie also highlights the significance of support systems, creative parenting strategies, and federal assistance programs for adoptive families. Throughout the discussion, she stresses the

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00:32:16

Ep. #110: The Adoption World Just Changed—Here’s What...

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2025/11/05

In this episode, Rebecca Gruenspan Summary explores the evolving landscape of adoption, highlighting significant trends such as the decline in infant adoptions, rising costs, changing family dynamics, and the increasing selectivity of expectant parents. It emphasizes the importance of openness in adoption, the role of technology, and the need for support systems for adoptive families. The discussion also addresses the significance of identity and truth in adoption, the differences between

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00:44:19

Ep. #109: Tony Hynes on Race, Language, and Real...

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2025/10/29

In this episode of The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Part 2, Dr. Tony Hynes (author of The Son with Two Moms and training specialist at the Center for Adoption Support and Education) goes deeper on what adoptive parents must understand about race, language, and true openness. We unpack the Multiethnic Placement Act (MEPA) and its real-world ripple effects, why “love is enough” and colorblind approaches fail kids, and practical ways white adoptive parents can prepare to raise Black children well. Tony

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00:35:28

Ep. #108: Adopted. Un-Adopted. Re-Adopted – Tony...

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2025/10/22

In this episode of The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Rebecca Gruenspan—adoptive parent, consultant, and founder of RG Adoption Consulting—sits down with Dr. Tony Hynes, an adoptee, author, and educator whose story challenges nearly every stereotype about adoption.Adopted by two white moms as a young Black boy in the 1990s, Tony’s early years were marked by both love and loss. When a court overturned his adoption—declaring that two white women couldn’t raise a Black child—his life became the center of a

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00:39:50

Ep. #107: She found her Birth Father After 40+ Years,...

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2025/10/15

In this episode of The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Rebecca Gruenspan—adoptive parent, consultant, and founder of RG Adoption Consulting—continues her powerful conversation with Jennifer Skiles, an adoptee, author, and survivor whose journey is one of deep faith, forgiveness, and full-circle healing.In Part II, Jennifer shares how she navigated profound grief after losing her birth mother, found peace through forgiveness, and followed a trail of faith and DNA that led her to her biological father—who

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00:32:22

Ep. #106: Adoption, Abuse, and Redemption: Jennifer...

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2025/10/08

In this episode of The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Rebecca Gruenspan—adoptive parent, consultant, and founder of RG Adoption Consulting—sits down with Jennifer Skiles, an adoptee, author, and survivor whose story is one of extraordinary courage and grace.Adopted at three years old, Jennifer’s early life was marked by both love and deep pain. After enduring years of abuse in her adoptive home, she found the strength to reclaim her story—reuniting with her birth mother, uncovering long-held family

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00:27:21

Ep. #105: Adoption 101: What You Must Know Before You...

The Adoption Roadmap Podcast ·

2025/10/01

In this episode of The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Rebecca Gruenspan—adoptive parent, consultant, and founder of RG Adoption Consulting—takes you inside her signature presentation: a masterclass on the basics of domestic adoption.From her own story of 26 failed IUIs to becoming a single mom through adoption, Rebecca walks you step by step through what it really takes to build your family this way. She covers the questions hopeful parents ask most often—about open adoption, profiles, timelines, and

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00:38:38

Are You Really Ready to Adopt? Warning Signs & Hard...

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2025/09/24

In this episode of The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Rebecca continues her conversation with Dr. Ellen Weber Libby—psychotherapist, adoptive parent, and author of The Calling to Adopt: Should I or Shouldn’t I?Part two dives deeper into the hard truths and family dynamics that shape the adoption journey. Dr. Libby unpacks the warning signs that signal someone may not be ready to adopt, why openness is non-negotiable, and how favoritism plays out in families (yes, there’s usually a “favorite child”). She

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00:33:33

Is Adoption Your Calling—or Just a Dream?

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2025/09/17

In this episode of The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Rebecca sits down with Dr. Ellen Weber Libby—psychotherapist, adoptive parent, and author of The Calling to Adopt: Should I or Shouldn’t I?Adoption is one of the few life decisions where there’s truly no turning back. But how do you know if adoption is your calling or simply a hopeful wish? Dr. Libby shares decades of wisdom from her clinical practice and her own adoption journey, guiding listeners through the soul-searching questions every hopeful

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00:35:54

Third Time's the Charm? Brianna & Shay’s adoption...

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2025/09/10

In this episode of the Adoption Roadmap podcast, Brianna and Shay share their emotional journey through adoption, discussing the challenges of fall-throughs, the importance of support systems, and the need for cautious optimism. They reflect on their experiences with adoption consulting and the significance of community support, emphasizing the need for flexibility in preferences and the emotional toll of waiting. The conversation highlights the transformative nature of adoption and the importance

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00:28:59

Two Black Moms. One Big Dream. Lots of love. Pt.1

The Adoption Roadmap Podcast ·

2025/09/03

Season 3 of The Adoption Roadmap Podcast kicks off with a bold, heartfelt story. In this two-part conversation, host Rebecca Gruenspan sits down with Brianna and Shay Cherry, a vibrant Black same-sex couple from Charlotte, North Carolina—and proud RG Adoption Consulting clients—to share the beginnings of their adoption journey.Married for two years and partners for six, Brianna and Shay open up about:What first sparked their desire to adoptThe financial and emotional barriers they had to navigateHow

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Our 100th Episode!

The Adoption Roadmap Podcast ·

2025/06/20

In this episode of the Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Rebecca Gruenspan reflects on the journey of the podcast through 100 episodes, highlighting key themes and insights from various guests. The conversation covers the complexities of adoption, including the importance of community support, financial planning, cultural identity, and the roles of birth parents. Rebecca emphasizes the emotional aspects of adoption, including joy and grief, and the need for open communication and understanding in the

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01:30:55

The Psychology of Adoption with Dr. Joyce Maguire Pavao

The Adoption Roadmap Podcast ·

2025/06/18

In this episode of The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Rebecca Gruenspan sits down with Dr. Joyce Maguire Pavao—a pioneer in the world of adoption, an adoptee herself, and the author of The Family of Adoption. With over five decades of clinical experience, Dr. Pavao challenges the idea that adoption is something to be “fixed,” and instead invites us to see it as a lifelong experience that demands truth, openness, and deep emotional care.In this powerful conversation, Dr. Pavao unpacks the psychology of

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00:22:46

Feeling Stuck? Here’s What to Do When Adoption Feels...

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2025/06/13

If it feels like your adoption journey has hit a wall—you're not alone. In this honest and encouraging solo episode, Rebecca gets real about the emotional rollercoaster of waiting to adopt. From navigating guilt and doubt to understanding why things come in waves, you'll walk away feeling seen, grounded, and empowered with actionable steps you can take right now.Whether you're wondering if you're being "too choosy," struggling with silence from agencies, or just need to know that someone gets

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