Where to Even Start: A Conversation with CEO Valerie Marble

In this episode of Beyond the Home Study, Lora Rose & Abbey sit down with Valerie Marble, newly published author & CEO of A Step Ahead Adoption Services, to walk through the first questions every prospective adoptive parent should be asking. Valerie breaks down how to start the adoption journey with clarity and confidence—covering what to consider when looking at your timeline, what finances may look like, how often disruptions really happen, plus so much more! Whether you’re just beginning to explore adoption or already deep in research mode, this episode is full of grounded, practical guidance from someone who’s been on both sides of the process.ResourcesA Step Ahead Adoption ServicesValerie's Book: Living Through the Journey: a journal for hopeful adoptive parentsSupport the ShowIf you’re loving these conversations, help us keep going! Leave a rating and review wherever you listen. And don't forget to follow us on Instagram!