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Susan TeBos is an adoptive mama and author of the book "We've Been There: True Stories, Surprising Insights, and Aha Moments for Adopted Teens." She encourages us that even in the hard and we don't see it, God is working. There is so much that
May is National Foster Care Month. We heard last week from Annika about her experience in the foster care system. This week, we will hear from Judy Maldonado who is a host parent with Safe Families for Children. This organization comes alongsid
Did you know that May is National Foster Care Month? At Moms Take Ten, we seek to raise awareness of foster care and adoption every month. In this month's episode, I was honored to be joined by Annika Marek-Barta. She is a young woman who grew
I don't know about you, but it seems like sibling conflict has greatly increased since spring break. From minor annoyances to full fledged hurts, it can be hard to know how to navigate the conversation. Katie Wetsell, a fellow Connected Familie
Following on the heels of my conversation with Erin in last week's episode, the life of Samson's mom reminds us that God, not us, is responsible for our children's salvation and walk with him. She did what she was supposed to do. She followed t
Listen in on a conversation between myself and my friend Erin Muehlfeld regarding our children's salvation. Recently I saw some content on Instagram that emphasized the importance of our children's salvation, which as believers in Christ that i
I was challenged by Proverbs 3:27-28 to consider how often I withhold good from my children through the no's that I say. I feel like I have been in a rut lately, and when I get tired or insecure or stressed, I say no a lot more frequently. I'm
Speaking from the perspective of one who grew up in kinship care, is a birthmom in an open adoption, and is also a kinship adoptive mom, Raquel McCloud brings so much to this conversation. Her life has not been easy, and there continue to be ch
Resharing episode 57, "Kneeling with Jesus in the Garden" in preparation for Good Friday. Motherhood is hard. It can bring us to our knees asking God for a different way, an easier way. Jesus was familiar with that request as he himself pleade
Resharing episode 57, "Kneeling with Jesus in the Garden" in preparation for Good Friday. Motherhood is hard. It can bring us to our knees asking God for a different way, an easier way. Jesus was familiar with that request as he himself pleade
Have you found yourself struggling after a new foster placement or your adoption was finalized? The adjustment just feels harder than it should and your mental health seems to be struggling? My friend, Natalie Stage, a Licensed Clinical Profess
We are diving into the Moms of the Bible series a week early this month with a look at Rahab. She's often thought of as the woman who saved the spies, not as a mom. But she was both. Her act of loyal love towards the spies not only helped the I
Kayla North, of One Big Happy Home, shares with us some of her journey with foster care and adoption. Through it all, she has seen God working in her own life and heart, calling out lies and declaring his truth. She encourages all of us moms to
Are you a bonus mom? Then this episode is for you. Brittney Phillips, a Christian blended families coach, wants to encourage you and let you know that you are not alone! If you feel you are or things are difficult and you want support, or just
Moms Take Ten is celebrating 100 episodes! Thank you for being a part of this community! Would you help us celebrate? Rate or review the show, share it with a friend, and join me on instagram @lyssastoyko. Looking forward to what the next 100 e
The kids join us as we tackle the questions: 1.What is love? 2. How do we know that mama loves us? 3. How do we know that God loves us? Their words bring insight and also simplicity to this conversation. And their voices are just the best. Scri
Jillana Goble, foster and adoptive parent and advocate, joins me today to share a bit of her story. You can learn more about Jillana, and also check out the book I mentioned, at her website https://jillana-goble.com/ Interested in parent coachi
Phylicia Masonheimer, of Every Woman a Theologian, joins me for a conversation about Sabbath. What is it? Where does it come from? How do we do it? Can we do it as a mom? Phylicia gives such good biblical and historical context as well as pract
Leah and Rachel, wives of Jacob, both struggled to place God on the throne of their hearts. Leah desired her husband's love above all. Rachel desperately wanted to have children. Both of their pursuits consumed them and wreaked havoc on their h
Many of us have heard that God's kindness leads us to repentance, but have you read the whole verse before? The first part speaks of God's kindness, and also his tolerance and patience. Kindness can lead to repentance, but God knows that someti
Fellow foster and adoptive mama, Jamie Clifton, joins me today. Listen in as she shares her journey to adoption, what she is learning about parenting, and about being willing to let her village help. Interested in parent coaching or to learn mo
An ordinary day, an unexpected visitor, a decision to be made. Both Rebekah and Mary experienced those things, hundreds of years apart. Their choices teach all of us how to respond when God calls us. Interested in parent coaching or to learn m
The Scriptures have been teaching us the antedote to anxiety for hundreds of years--trust in the Lord. Verses referenced: Isaiah 26:3-4 1 Peter 5:6-7 Philippians 4:4-9 Genesis 18:14 and Luke 1:37 Isaiah 41:10 and Matthew 28:20 1 Peter 1:3 In
Listen in as Brandy Levya shares her experience as a transracial adoptee in a predominately white area. From avoiding adoption conversations to now sharing about her journey with others, Brandy points to the work of God in her life and heart. S
Our conversation with Katie Wetsell takes us into the research on gratitude. Going beyond gratitude journals, Katie shares how gratitude is meant to be shared. As parents, when we model gratitude to our children and express ours to them, we inv
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