We are BACK! After a little break we are back, with a new format, new segments and raw adoption conversation. You will hear why we had to take a break, hear from the creator of Lost Boys and Fairies on BBC (Daf James), Andi has adopted again, we celebrate pride month, we hear from Sam and Paul's son and discuss The Truth of what adoption is really like.You can also WIN a free T-shirt, Text us, and support Andi's daughter in achieving her goal! Links:Fundraiser by Andi Ellis : Please sponsor L...
Jun 7, 2024
47 min
This week we are joined by the wonderful Craig and Dan from @Craigshomelife on instagram to relive their adoption story. We discuss their recent wedding, relinquishment, and how they became a family. Links discussed in the episode: Relinquished Children (proceduresonline.com) guide_relat_ch_relinq_adopt.pdf (proceduresonline.com)guidance-ace-practice-guidance-relinquished-babies-final.pdf (proceduresonline.com)The book that is mentioned is Our Adoption Story by Jayne LilleySend us a Text...
Apr 3, 2024
51 min
This episode Sam, Paul and Andi discuss common Adoption Stigmas, Inappropriate Questions, and Stay at Home Dad Life. We also answer listener questions and explain why we have been away!This Episode is sponsored by Autism Allotments, who can be found on Instagram at Autism.AllotmentsGrandads Camper can be found here: Grandad's Camper: A picture book for children that celebrates LGBTQIA+ families : Woodgate, Harry: Amazon.co.uk: BooksSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.
Mar 22, 2024
59 min
Sam and Paul are joined by Abbey, a Mum via Solo Adoption. Hear how fertility treatment paved the way to a magical adoption story.We discuss what the process felt like alone, what support was in place, and how it feels to be a Mum. Abbey’s unfiltered passion and positivity alongside Sam and Paul creates one of the most important episodes of My Two Dads to date. Send us a Text Message.Support the Show.
Feb 20, 2024
49 min
In this episode Sam and Paul are joined by Andi to discussed support networks, and how they have, or haven't changed since placement. We have our most heated response to a question yet, and Sam gets hit in the face by a microphone!We discuss:Trying on Apple TVDirty Laundry by Richard Pink and Roxanne EmerySensory toys at WHSmithsSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.
Feb 7, 2024
55 min
In this episode we discuss what happens after placement and before adoption court order. Do social workers disappear?When do you apply for a court order?How do you manage relationships with Foster Families?Contact? Dazzling Diamonds - Home | The Dazzling Diamonds (dazzlingdiamondshow.com)https://www.instagram.com/reel/CwvL4a8tHuY/?igsh=bG5sYzI3ZGo2bXczSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.
Jan 25, 2024
43 min
Welcome to 2024! In this massive two-parter episode Sam and Paul are joined by Andi to discuss Adoption Leave, Paternity Leave and Transitions. When do you start preparing your home for transitions? How does it feel seeing them for the first time? First time meeting foster family?We answer listener questions as well as delving into our emotional memories. Find out in Part 2 of this double episode! We also mention Ready Eddie Go, and author Nikki Saunders Eddie's Colou...
Jan 10, 2024
43 min
Welcome to 2024! In this massive two-parter episode Sam and Paul are joined by Andi to discuss Adoption Leave, Paternity Leave and Transitions. When do you take adoption leave? Are there any benefits to help? What made Paul cry? We answer listener questions as well as delving into our emotional memories. Find out in Part 1 of this double episode! We also mention @Notafictionalmum on intagram Send us a Text Message.Support the Show.
Jan 10, 2024
43 min
BEFORE YOU LISTEN: This episode contains discussions of Significant Loss, Drug Abuse and Mental Health. In this phenomenal episode Sam and Paul are joined by Devin, an adoptive father to two children, and adoption advocate. Devin openly and honestly relives his families EP Loss, discuss what life is like for a parent of a S.E.N.D child on a daily basis and how it feels to have to fight professionals for what is right. You can find Devin on his Instagram @DaddyLifeLondonSend us ...
Dec 4, 2023
1 hr 14 min
In this episode Sam, Paul and Andi talk about how it felt experiencing big holidays while going through the adoption process, preparing a SEN or adopted child for Christmas and other big events like Easter, Thanksgiving and Halloween. We also play a round of Keep, Regift, Bin, get Andi's LIVE reaction to the John Lewis 2023 Christmas advert and how educational settings can help on the lead up to big events. Follow us in instagram @my.2.dads.and.me & @daddy_n_daddy Stella br...
Nov 22, 2023
50 min