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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey

We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey

Jess and Paul: Prospective Adoptive Parents

We're Jess and Paul, a married couple in our late-30s/early-40s from New York City, about to embark on the biggest adventure of our lives: adopting a baby! Join us as we document the process from the beginning—the ups, the downs, and everything in between. Keep the conversation going! Email us questions and comments, and share stories of your own at WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com.
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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey - Thanksgiving Musings

Thanksgiving Musings

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11/26/17 • 37 min

It's episode 10, and Jess and Paul are settling into the Big Wait. But, as they have a tendency to do, the upcoming holidays are bringing up feelings. Join the conversation! Email questions, stories, and comments to WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [com]. Music: "Hey Baby" ©2001 No Doubt

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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey - Home Study Pt. 1

Home Study Pt. 1

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10/29/17 • 47 min

In episode 6, Jess and Paul check in after their first home study visit! And fair warning—there's a bit of an epic rant about the subject of religion (from the point of view of two non-religious people) from 25:20 to 42:30. Feel free to skip if that's not your jam. :)

Join the conversation! Email us your questions and comments, and share your own stories at WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com.

Music: "Baby" ©2010 Justin Bieber

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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey - 2018 is Going to Be Better. Right?

2018 is Going to Be Better. Right?

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01/07/18 • 33 min

Happy new year! It's episode 15, and Jess and Paul are ... still waiting. But hey, they've made some progress on their baby registry and Greece trip! Email us at WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com!

Music: "Rockabye" ©2016 Clean Bandit feat. Sean Paul and Anne-Marie

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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey - Poop, Peanut Butter Cups, and Picnics

Poop, Peanut Butter Cups, and Picnics

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07/23/18 • 52 min

Join Jess and Paul for an update on life with a newborn! Find out what Baby Girl's name is, plus we answer some listener questions ... and more!

Email us at WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com.

Music: "Unless I'm Led" ©2011 Mates of State

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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey - Livin' that Veggie Life

Livin' that Veggie Life

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08/06/18 • 29 min

To vegan or not to vegan? Jess and Paul discuss, in episode 35. Plus, in other news, daycares in Brooklyn are flippin' expensive!

Email us! WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com.

Music: "Mama Said" ©1960 The Shirelles

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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey - Episode 30: An Intro to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
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05/27/18 • 60 min

Jess met her self-imposed deadline! Yay! Spend episode 30 with Jess and Paul as they discuss fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS), and the effects of prenatal exposure to alcohol. Also we finally had that check-in call with our social worker—find out how it went!

Email us if you have questions/stories to share about FASD or anything else adoption-related! WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com.

Music: "Baby" © 2013 She & Him

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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey - "All" About Jess

"All" About Jess

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02/04/18 • 34 min

Paul had an idea: Let's interview each other. So, in episode 19, he asks Jess the hard hitting questions about life, dictatorships, and TV shows.

Email us at WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com.

Music: "Baby Baby Baby" ©1964 Anna King and Bobby Byrd

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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey - Back to Reality

Back to Reality

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05/13/18 • 33 min

Greece was amazing. Paul's subsequent surgery was ... not. But if this year has taught us anything, it's how to roll with the punches! Join Jess and Paul for (a still a little jet-lagged) episode 29.

Email us at WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com.

Music: "I Wanna Get Better" ©2014 Bleachers

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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey - Champagne Problems

Champagne Problems

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12/17/17 • 46 min

In episode 13, Jess and Paul answer listener mail, and discuss topics such as school in the city vs. school in the suburbs, what's the deal with interim care, and if there's such a thing as adult adoption.

Email us at WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com.

Music: "Drive My Car" ©1965 The Beatles

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We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey - The Adoptive Parent Profile

The Adoptive Parent Profile

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10/15/17 • 34 min

In episode 4, Jess and Paul talk about the "marketing yourself" element of the adoption process.

Join the conversation! Email us your questions and comments, and share your own stories at WeCanDoThisPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com.

NOTE: We're aware of the low audio volume on the first few episodes, and we're working on improving that for the upcoming episodes. Very sorry for the inconvenience, and we hope you'll stick with us!

Music: "Baby, I Love Your Way" ©1994 Big Mountain

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FAQ

How many episodes does We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey have?

We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey currently has 40 episodes available.

What topics does We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey cover?

The podcast is about Adoption, Society & Culture, Parenting, Parent, Kids & Family, Baby, Private, Infertility, Family, Podcasts, Children and Child.

What is the most popular episode on We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey?

The episode title 'An Intro to Adoption in the United Kingdom' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey?

The average episode length on We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey is 38 minutes.

How often are episodes of We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey released?

Episodes of We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey are typically released every 7 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey?

The first episode of We Can Do This: Our Adoption Journey was released on Oct 3, 2017.

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