S3E12: What's it Like to Lead an Adoption Community (Noire Adoptions) w/ Jourdan

Join Aisha and guest Joudan from Noir Adoptions on this insightful episode of Start to Finish Motherhood. Discover the various pathways to parenthood, with a deep dive into adoption from an expert in the field. Jordan shares her personal journey, invaluable tips for prospective adoptive parents, hurdles for single Black women in adoption, and the crucial differences between private and foster adoption. Find out how Noir Adoptions supports Black families in the adoption process and get practical advice on home studies, ICPC, and creating impactful adoption profile books. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation and be sure to follow Start to Finish Motherhood on Instagram or email Aisha for more guidance!

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00:00 Introduction to Start to Finish Motherhood 00:32 Exploring Paths to Parenthood: Adoption 01:24 Meet Jourdan: Founder of Noir Adoption 01:56 The Journey of Noir Adoption 02:45 Challenges and Successes in Adoption 04:42 Addressing Biases in Adoption 07:56 Understanding Different Types of Adoption 14:07 Navigating Adoption Costs and Legalities 18:40 Adoption for Single Black Women 22:30 Financial Aspects and Grants in Adoption 28:17 Navigating Interstate Adoption Paperwork 30:50 The Home Study Demystified 32:32 Background Checks and Financial Assessments 38:22 Creating Your Adoption Profile Book 42:02 The Role of Agencies and Consultants 44:04 Jordan's Role in the Adoption Process 50:05 Final Thoughts and Contact Information