In this episode of Unlocking The Parenting Code, we sit down with Angie Brandt, a mother whose journey spans biological, adoptive, and foster parenting. Angie shares insights from her diverse parenting roles, including her experiences raising children with exceptional needs and her journey from traditional parenting methods to using Human Design as a powerful tool to foster connection. Angie opens up about the realities of fostering, adoption challenges, and her mission to create peace and fun in the home, even amidst difficult behaviors.

Angie’s commitment to her family was challenged when traditional parenting strategies didn’t work with her adoptive son, leading her to a journey of self-reflection and growth. She reflects on the importance of trauma-informed parenting and how she learned to focus on connection and emotional safety over “fixing” behavior.

Key Topics Discussed:

Navigating adoption and fostering from a mom’s perspective
Building peace and connection in the home, even during challenging times
Raising children with exceptional needs and celebrating their uniqueness
The role of Human Design in transforming parent-child relationships
The impact of trauma-informed parenting on family dynamics and connection

Guest Bio:

Angie Brandt is “The Adoption Coach,” dedicated to helping parents foster peace, connection, and joy within the home. As a biological mom, adoptive mom, and former foster mom, Angie brings a wealth of personal and professional experience, incorporating Human Design and trauma-informed strategies into her unique parenting approach. Angie’s passion lies in helping parents struggling with challenging behaviors to find harmony and connection with their children.

Links:

Website: www.connectedparentswithangie.com
Instagram:connectedparentswithangie
Angie’s Free Resources

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#UnlockingTheParentingCode #AdoptionJourney #HumanDesignParenting #TraumaInformedParenting #ConnectedParents #AngieBrandt #sonhoodcoaching

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Navigating Adoption, Fostering, and Exceptional Needs Parenting