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Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, Part 2

The Hon. Michele Bachmann continues her conversation with Bishop W.C. and Donna Martin.

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Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, Part 1

On today's edition of Family Talk, the Hon. Michele Bachmann welcomes Bishop W.C. and Donna Martin.

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The New Orphan Crisis – Part 2

John and Marlene Strege (pronounced stre-gee) did more than become the first couple to adopt a frozen embryo and carry it through to the birth of their daughter, Hannah. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer concludes his enlightening discussion with John, Marlene, and Hannah about how they stood firmly on God’s biblical principles and fought for the rights of the unborn. Whether in the womb or as a frozen, fertilized egg, hear how Marlene testified boldly that embryos are human beings, and should not be treated as “spare parts” in an attempt to save another life. It is murder just like abortion.

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The New Orphan Crisis – Part 1

Did you know that there are roughly 1.25 million frozen embryos, just waiting for a chance at life? On today’s edition of Family Talk, co-host Gary Bauer talks with John and Marlene Strege (pronounced stre-gee), about their story of being the first couple to “adopt” a frozen, fertilized egg and carry it through a successful pregnancy. The result of that endeavor was the birth of their daughter, Hannah, who is now a young adult with dreams of opening her own adoption counseling practice.

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Blogs

Are Adopted Kids More Rebellious?

Question: Dr. Dobson, are adopted children more likely to be rebellious than children raised by biological parents? If so, are there any steps I can take to prevent or ease the conflict? My husband and I are thinking about adopting a toddler, and this question has me worried.

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Blogs

Challenges with Parenting An Adopted Child

Question: Dr. Dobson, we have an adopted girl who came to us when she was four years old. She is very difficult to handle and does pretty much what she pleases. For us to make her obey would be very unpleasant for her, and frankly, we don't feel we have the right to do that. She has been through a lot in her short life. Besides, we're not her real parents. Do you think she'll be OK if we just give her a lot of love and attention?

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Defending Faith and Family & Freedom

Massachusetts Foster Care System ‘Overwhelmed,’ but Christian Couple Denied Foster Care License

In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, shares breaking news on the Massachusetts couple, Mike and Kitty Burke, who were denied a foster care license due to their “religious beliefs about marriage, sexuality, and gender.”

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Videos

How One Couple Came to Believe in Adoption

According to statistics, 1 in 6 couples will experience infertility. If this is you, there is hope for the children you may be longing for! On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton continues his conversation with Robert and Karine Baltodano on the subject of adoption and the beautiful blessing it was for them.

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How One Couple Came to Believe in Adoption – Part 2

According to statistics, 1 in 6 couples will experience infertility. If this is you, there is hope for the children you may be longing for! On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton continues his conversation with Robert and Karine Baltodano on the subject of adoption and the beautiful blessing it was for them.

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How One Couple Came to Believe in Adoption – Part 1

Having children may seem like a no-brainer to most people. You get married, have kids and live the life you’ve always dreamed, right? Many have discovered, however, that becoming pregnant can be more of a challenge. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton begins a hopeful conversation with Robert and Karine (pronounced Cah-reen) Baltodano about their journey of having children. Learn how they leaned on God through this difficult time and how He brought them to the wonderful gift of adoption.

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