Biblical Insights & Practical Information for Navigating Adoptive Mom Challenges

SAFETY PLANNING FOR SECOND MOMS

SAFETY PLANNING FOR SECOND MOMS

Why the Focus on Safety Just for Moms?

This is a good introductory question before getting into this replay episode.  

Maybe because it’s so overlooked. 

Maybe because of the story from just last week in which a mom in one of my Facebook groups was killed by her 18 year old son? 

Maybe because I know from experience and from others that moms are often blamed rather than helped when they reach out to family, friends, experts and authorities. 

Maybe because it’s time.  
Read more...

Godly Governance for the Blended/Adoptive Mother

Godly Governance for the Blended/Adoptive Mother
When family ties are strained and your role feels unclear, the path to stability begins by reclaiming the God-given authority that rests upon your heart. True leadership in your home starts with spiritual self-governance, a discipline that silences external noise and anchors you in Truth. Discover seven non-negotiable, biblically grounded keys that empower you to filter your counsel, establish safety, and love with compassionate boundaries. By shifting your focus from managing chaos to walking in divine obedience, you can navigate the complexities of adoptive parenting with renewed confidence. It is time to stop questioning your position and start owning the specific purpose God has ordained for you in this season.
Read more...

Who Am I as a Second Mom? Finding Biblical Identity in Adoptive & Blended Families

Who Am I as a Second Mom? Finding Biblical Identity in Adoptive & Blended Families
If you have ever felt more like a logistical coordinator or a temporary placeholder than a true parent, it is time to rediscover who God actually created you to be. The feeling of invisibility that often plagues adoptive and step-moms is not your permanent reality, but rather a signal to re-anchor your heart in biblical truth. This message explores how to shift your foundation from seeking validation through family approval to resting securely in your identity as a new creation in Christ. You will find practical ways to dismantle the lies that say you are just a "substitute" and learn to set boundaries that protect your peace. There is a path to feeling secure and significant in your role, and it begins with understanding who you are before you do anything else.
Read more...



Dawn Baggett & Post Adoption Coaching

 

Hi there, I'm Dawn Baggett! 

As a mom in an adoptive family that includes the blending of both, biological and adopted children, with my family you name it and I’ve probably dealt with it at some level —
- navigating attachment issues, 
- trauma, 
- language barriers,
- baffling behaviors,
- special needs,
- accusations,
- chronic illness
- and more…

...with challenges & chaos that have both tested and refined my relationships, my mom role and my Christian faith.  

I’ve found that patterns and dynamics I struggled with were often the SAME ones that were repeated again and again in other homes of adoptive families like mine and within those of similar "second moms"  (step-moms and kinship caregivers raising children and teens that have had a break (for whatever reason) from their first mom).

 I truly believe in the power of faith-driven coaching to support "second moms" navigating the unique challenges of raising children with these often-complex backgrounds. 

My mission is to stand with you, offering guidance and understanding when the rest of your world seems unsure how to help, or even multiplies the problems that you are working so hard to overcome for your child and your family. 

If you're ready to continue your journey with a desire to walk out your faith in your family and mom role in particular, I'm here to be in your corner. Let's connect and explore how we can put together a personal plan that serves you! 

Apply for your free consultation to discover whether post adoption coaching is your next best step:  



With much love,
Dawn

Contact