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EPISODE · Jan 28, 2026 · 49 MIN

Infertility, Adoption, and Faith: Trusting God’s Plan & How to Create Family Core Values [Ep 37]

from Mommin' Together · host Michelle Barnett

Infertility, Adoption, and Faith: Trusting God’s Plan & How to Create Family Core ValuesIn this heartfelt episode of the Mommin' Together podcast, host Michelle Barnett sits down with Jill Hickerson to discuss her journey through infertility, adoption, and beyond. Jill shares her story of trusting God's guidance toward adoption, her experiences raising two adopted daughters, and the joys and challenges that come with it. The conversation also covers the significance of creating a family core value statement and its impact on children as they grow. Jill's insights offer hope and encouragement for moms everywhere, reinforcing the belief that motherhood and community are better together.00:00 Welcome to the Mommin' Together Podcast00:30 Introducing Jill Hickerson: A Journey Through Adoption01:36 Early Influences and God's Plan03:43 The Path to Adoption: Challenges and Faith08:43 The Arrival of Haleigh: A Joyful Moment12:48 Welcoming Hannah: A Premature Adoption17:51 Biblical Inspirations and Adoption Stories21:24 Navigating the Emotional Highs and Lows23:46 Talking to Children About Adoption26:51 Respecting Haley and Hannah's Story27:10 The Evolution of Adoption Practices28:36 Adoption in the Next Generation29:12 Challenges and Blessings in Adoption36:26 Creating a Family Motto44:04 Bedtime Conversations: A Parenting Hack47:58 Final Thoughts and EncouragementConnect with Jill: Instagram: @jillhickerson https://www.instagram.com/jillhickerson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jill.h.hickersonResources: The Day We Met You by Phoebe Koehler  (Kids Book)Adoption Book Library Connect with Michelle:Instagram: ⁠@Mommin_Together ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mommin_together/⁠@Michelle_Barnett_ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/michelle_barnett_/⁠Join our ⁠Mommin’ Together Facebook Community⁠

Infertility, Adoption, and Faith: Trusting God’s Plan & How to Create Family Core ValuesIn this heartfelt episode of the Mommin' Together podcast, host Michelle Barnett sits down with Jill Hickerson to discuss her journey through infertility, adoption, and beyond. Jill shares her story of trusting God's guidance toward adoption, her experiences raising two adopted daughters, and the joys and challenges that come with it. The conversation also covers the significance of creating a family core value statement and its impact on children as they grow. Jill's insights offer hope and encouragement for moms everywhere, reinforcing the belief that motherhood and community are better together.00:00 Welcome to the Mommin' Together Podcast00:30 Introducing Jill Hickerson: A Journey Through Adoption01:36 Early Influences and God's Plan03:43 The Path to Adoption: Challenges and Faith08:43 The Arrival of Haleigh: A Joyful Moment12:48 Welcoming Hannah: A Premature Adoption17:51 Biblical Inspirations and Adoption Stories21:24 Navigating the Emotional Highs and Lows23:46 Talking to Children About Adoption26:51 Respecting Haley and Hannah's Story27:10 The Evolution of Adoption Practices28:36 Adoption in the Next Generation29:12 Challenges and Blessings in Adoption36:26 Creating a Family Motto44:04 Bedtime Conversations: A Parenting Hack47:58 Final Thoughts and EncouragementConnect with Jill: Instagram: @jillhickerson https://www.instagram.com/jillhickerson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jill.h.hickersonResources: The Day We Met You by Phoebe Koehler  (Kids Book)Adoption Book Library Connect with Michelle:Instagram: ⁠@Mommin_Together ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mommin_together/⁠@Michelle_Barnett_ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/michelle_barnett_/⁠Join our ⁠Mommin’ Together Facebook Community⁠

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