NPE Stories

Lily Wood

What if you found out your parent was not in fact your biological parent?

NPE Stories is a podcast where NPEs can share their story. What is an NPE? It is a term that stands for Not Parent Expected or Non Paternity Event. It is used for people who have found out the life changing news that their parent wasn’t their biological parent. Most likely through the advent of home DNA kits.
NPE Stories is a podcast where NPEs can share their story of what their original family was like. How they found out they were an NPE. And what their journey has been like since the day they found out.
These stories are here for us to listen to and nod along with. Be a part of the story telling. If you are an NPE that would like to share your story email [email protected]. You do not have to give any identifying information. I’d like to hear from you.

NPE Stories will be launching July 1st 2019. Come heal with us.

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Julie's Story

NPE Stories

07/01/19 • 31 min

NPE Stories is a podcast where NPEs can share their story of what their original family was like. How they found out they were an NPE. And what their journey has been like since the day they found out.
Our 2nd NPE to share their story is Julie.

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The Lucky NPE's Story

NPE Stories

12/24/21 • 63 min

Catherine considers herself a very lucky NPE.
NPE Stories is a podcast where NPEs can share their story of what their original family was like. How they found out they were an NPE. And what their journey has been like since the day they found out.
Welcome to Episode 109 where today I am speaking with Catherine, aka the Lucky NPE.
Catherine can be reached by email.
Catherine's email: [email protected]
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NPE Stories Trailer launching July 1st 2019

NPE Stories

05/20/19 • 1 min

What if you found out your parent was not in fact your biological parent.

NPE Stories is a podcast where NPEs can share their story.

What is an NPE? It is a term that stands for Not Parent Expected or Non Paternity Event. It is used for people who have found out the life changing news that their parent wasn’t their biological parent. Most likely through the advent of home DNA kits.

These stories are here for us to listen to and nod along with. Be a part of the story telling. If you are an NPE that would like to share your story email [email protected]. You do not have to give any identifying information. I’d like to hear from you.

NPE Stories will be launching July 1st 2019.

Come heal with us.

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NPE Stories facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/NPEstories

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Lorna's Story

NPE Stories

12/01/19 • 46 min

Welcome to Episode 16 where today I am talking to Lorna.

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Melanie Dawn's Story

NPE Stories

04/11/25 • 69 min

In Episode 216, Melanie recounts the emotional journey of reconnecting with the father who raised her, only to lose him and then learn he wasn’t her biological dad. Her story unfolds with raw honesty as she navigates the shock of a DNA discovery, a hidden past, and the bittersweet truth of finding her biological father.

Melanie can be reached via email [email protected]

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Linked here is Melanie's warm letter to her BF

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Annette's Story: Living Into the Truth

NPE Stories

04/21/25 • 57 min

Raised in a devout Catholic family, Annette grew up believing her father had died before she was born. Decades later, a series of emotional discoveries unraveled everything she thought she knew about her identity. Her journey explores loss, secrecy, and the power of living one’s truth

Annette's memoir is called Living Into the Truth. You can learn more about Annette and her story at the following links:

annettemarquis.com

wordswomenpress.com

Resources Mentioned:

Untangling Our Roots Summit

High Conflict Institute

It's All Your Fault! Podcast

Right to Know

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Amy S's Story

NPE Stories

02/06/25 • 56 min

Amy S's story is a journey of identity, family deception, and self-discovery. A DNA test revealed her biological father was not the man she adored but someone from her father’s social circle, shattering her sense of belonging. After grappling with grief and betrayal, she found healing through therapy, genealogy, and embracing her Irish heritage, ultimately reclaiming her identity and freedom.

Amy can be reached via email [email protected]

Resources Mentioned:

Lily Wood: NPE Stories Special Crossover Episode on Everything's Relative with Eve Sturges

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