[E235] When You’re New to Parenting through Adoption & Foster Care

In this episode Becca, Jesse, and Tona walk us through what it looked like for them at the beginning of their parenting journey. Starting foster care, adoption, or any new parenting role can feel disorienting and overwhelming. It won’t always feel natural or easy, and you may not feel an instant connection. That’s normal! There will be stress, uncertainty, and moments where you question yourself, but that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. What matters most is showing up consistently, being willing to learn, and creating a sense of felt safety over time. You don’t have to be perfect to make a real difference. Your steadiness and presence is what builds trust. To learn more about Empowered to Connect, check out our website ,

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[E235] When You’re New to Parenting through Adoption & Foster Care is an episode from Empowered to Connect Podcast by Empowered to Connect.

This episode is 00:59:25 long.

This episode was published on Apr 7, 2026.

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