Confessions of an Adoptive Parent, Mike Berry
Confessions of an Adoptive Parent, Mike Berry
List: $14.98 | Sale: $10.49
Club: $7.49

Confessions of an Adoptive Parent
Hope and Help from the Trenches of Foster Care and Adoption

Author: Mike Berry

Narrator: Mike Berry

Unabridged: 5 hr 47 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/01/2018


Synopsis

Know That You Are Not Alone on This JourneyAdopting or fostering a child brings its own unique set of challenges only another parent facing the same uphill climb could possibly understand. From parenting children with traumatic pasts, to dealing with attachment issues, to raising a children with special needs, it can sometimes be a struggle just getting through the day. Mike Berry knows the loneliness and isolation you can easily feel in your particular parenting role—because he's been there. He's still there, and he wants to give you the hope and encouragement you so desperately need. There are plenty of how-to guides out there on parenting, but this one-of-a-kind book is specifically designed to address your needs as a parent of an adopted or foster child. With a refreshing dose of honesty, empathy, and care, you'll discover you are definitely not alone on your journey and God has a very special plan for you and your family.

About Mike Berry

Mike Berry and his wife, Kristin Berry, are the parents of eight adopted children and have cared for another twenty-three as foster parents. Mike is the author of Confessions of an Adoptive Parent and Winning the Heart of Your Child. Together with Kristin, he hosts the popular Honestly Adoption podcast with over 60,000 subscribers. Their passion is to encourage moms and dads along the unique journey of foster and adoptive parenting.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Dawn on January 29, 2018

This book was very timely in my life as an adoptive parent and the overriding theme that "you are not alone" was felt throughout the book. I recommend it to any adoptive parent who is dealing with any type of struggle with their child. This is NOT a "5 Steps to a Better Life" type book, or a book te......more

Goodreads review by Katy on March 16, 2019

I really enjoyed this book! It was more of a supportive book as you are going through this foster care and adoptive journey. Reminding us we are not alone, where we get our hope to hold on (Jesus) and shares stories. It was encouraging and I enjoyed reading it!......more

Goodreads review by Kristin on March 23, 2018

This book has been such an encouragement during a difficult time in our foster/adopt experience. Mike speaks directly from his personal experience and meets readers where they are--"in the wreckage of their life". It is filled not only with practical advice from someone who has lived through the dai......more

Goodreads review by Katie on February 17, 2019

Very encouraging, but I was hoping for more practical advice.......more

Goodreads review by George on June 18, 2021

It's pretty cool seeing a Christian guy demonstrate emotional availability/intelligence. I thought only Christian female authors quoted Brene Brown 🤣 Definitely very honest and encouraging.......more