Episodes 40
Avg. Duration 41m
Activity Highly Active
Since Oct 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
56%
Hosting
rss.buzzsprout.com

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About This Podcast

Adoption Shared is produced by We Are Family adoption support community in partnership with Adopt London. Adoption Shared explores stories which inform, support and amplify the adopter voice and community. In each episode, our host Eddie Elliott meets adopters and professionals who share their insight and experiences of the adoption journey from a variety of different perspectives. You can join We Are Family for FREE at www.wearefamilyadoption.org.uk.*Please note that the views expressed in this podcast are the views of our guest speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of We Are Family or Adopt London.

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Recent Episodes

S6E8 Season 6: What I Wish My Parents Knew About Adoption

Jun 10, 2026 41m

Adopted people often reflect on their experiences differently as they grow older, gaining new perspectives on identity, belonging, family and what support felt most meaningful along the way. This…

S6E7 Season 6: Choosing Adoption Books for Young Children

Jun 07, 2026 30m

Children's books can play an important role in helping young children understand adoption, explore questions of identity and belonging, and find language for feelings that can be difficult to…

S6E6 Season 6: Understanding Adoption Through Stories – How Narratives Shape Parenting

Jun 05, 2026 38m

Stories can help adoptive parents see adoption from a different perspective. Whether through memoirs, books, articles or personal accounts, they can open up new ways of understanding a child’s…

S6E5 Understanding Your Teen: Adoption Through Their Eyes

May 06, 2026 41m

This special episode is part of our Teens and Tweens Support Programme, funded by Adoption England, which supports adoptive parents as their children move into adolescence. It focuses on what…

S6E4 Season 6: Adoption on Screen

Apr 20, 2026 36m

Films and documentaries can be powerful tools in helping children and young people understand their adoption story and explore questions of identity, belonging and origin. This episode focuses on how…

S6E3 Season 6: Supporting Children Through Different Life Stages

Mar 24, 2026 34m

This episode is part of our Season 6 series, Helping Your Child Understand Their Journey, where we explore practical ways to support conversations about adoption, identity and belonging.Join host…

S6E2 Season 6: When and How to Talk About Adoption

Mar 02, 2026 43m

This episode is part of our Season 6 series, Helping Your Child Understand Their Journey, where we explore practical ways to support conversations about adoption, identity and belonging.Join host…

S6E1 Season 6: Understanding Birth Families and Identity

Feb 16, 2026 43m

This episode is part of our Season 6 series, Helping Your Child Understand Their Journey, focusing on practical conversations about adoption, identity and belonging.Join host Eddie Elliott as he…

S5E8 Season 5: Navigating School as Both Adoptee and Adoptive Parent

Mar 06, 2025 32m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he speaks with Fiona, an adoptee, adoptive parent, and mentor, about navigating education from both perspectives. With over 20 years of experience supporting women through…

S5E7 Season 5: Navigating school systems and supporting your adopted child

Feb 27, 2025 35m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he speaks with Kate Elliott, a mindfulness practitioner, parent mentor, and trainee counsellor, about supporting adopted children through the education system. As a parent…

S5E6 Season 5: Learning at Home: Tips for Adoptive Parents

Feb 20, 2025 34m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he speaks with Jody about how adoptive parents can support their child’s education at home. Jody shares practical approaches for helping with homework, creating a positive…

S5E5 Season 5: Supporting Children with Emotional and Behavioural Challenges in Education

Feb 17, 2025 57m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he speaks with Adele Bates, a behaviour and education specialist and author of "Miss, I Don’t Give a Sht: Engaging with Challenging Behaviour in Schools."* Adele shares her…

S5E4 Season 5: Addressing Behavioural Challenges in Adopted Kids

Jan 16, 2025 37m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he speaks with Lesley-Ann from NeuroHarmony about addressing behavioural challenges in adopted children. Helen shares insights into understanding the root causes of these…

S5E3 Season 5: Preparing for School

Jan 09, 2025 35m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he sits down with Yoni Ejo, CEO of Diversity Adopt, to explore the educational challenges adopted children face, especially when it comes to cultural identity. Yoni shares…

S5E2 Season 5: Building Trauma-Informed Classrooms

Dec 19, 2024 36m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he sits down with Julie Harmieson, Director of Education and National Strategy for Trauma Informed Schools UK, to talk about trauma-informed practices in schools,…

S1E1 Season 5: Anthony's Education Journey

Dec 12, 2024 35m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he talks with Anthony about navigating the educational system as an adoptee. Anthony shares their personal experiences, reflecting on the challenges faced, the support that…

S4E6 Season 4: Lisa’s Adoption Journey - Creating a Supportive Environment

May 23, 2024 38m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he sits down with Lisa to discuss her journey of adopting a child with a cleft lip and palate. Lisa talks about navigating the adoption process, advocating for support for…

S4E5 Season 4: A Conversation with Lucy on Adoption, Inequity, and Healthcare Access

May 03, 2024 43m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he sits down with Lucy, a children's nurse and researcher, to explore her journey of adopting twice with her wife. Lucy shares her valuable insights into the challenges and…

S4E4 Season 4: Jessie's Adoption Journey - Navigating Sibling Adoption With Additional Needs

Apr 18, 2024 54m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he sits down with Jessie, who shares her journey of adopting siblings with additional needs. Throughout the conversation, Jessie offers invaluable insights into the…

S4E3 Season 4: Navigating the Education System

Apr 04, 2024 45m

Join host Eddie Elliott as he sits down with Stephen, a dedicated father and experienced educator, to discuss the challenges and triumphs of advocating for children with special educational needs…

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How many episodes does Adoption Shared have?

Adoption Shared has published 40 episodes since October 2021, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.

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Adoption Shared is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 41m.

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