EP 24 | LOVE AT THE BORDER: Multiracial Adoption w/Anna Maria DiDio

Join host Kim in an enlightening conversation with children’s author Anna Maria DiDio on this episode of “Love at the Border: Multicultural Adoption.” Dive deep into the personal and powerful world of adoption and how it intertwines with Anna Maria's work in children's literature.Her latest book, “Grace’s Right Time,” brings to life the complex emotions and decisions surrounding adoption, crafted for young readers. In this episode, Anna Maria shares her intimate struggle with infertility, the decision that led her to adopt, and the joyous yet challenging journey of welcoming a child from Mexico into her family.This experience not only expanded her family but also inspired her to pen “Love at the Border,” a memoir encapsulating her 15-year journey through the adoption process. Listen as Anna Maria discusses the unique challenges of adopting an older child, including navigating the loss of cultural connections and the psychological impact of forming new family bonds.Her insights provide a poignant look into the often-hidden aspects of adoption such as trauma, grief, and the deep bond of love that can develop in the most unexpected places. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices