Episode 20: From Heartbreak to Home-Cristina Simmons on Adoption, Faith & Finding Laughter Again

Episode notes

In honor of National Adoption Month, I’m sitting down with my friend Cristina Simmons - wife, mama of three, speaker, coach, and publisher - to share a tender, hope-filled story only God could write. After walking through rare-gene infant loss (three times) and a miscarriage, Cristina and her husband said yes to adoption… and got the call on Christmas Day for twin baby girls . Later, God grew their family again with a son whose autism diagnosis even reshaped Cristina’s career path and perspective. We talk candidly about: Loving children you didn’t birth and the moment that love “clicks” NICU realities, withdrawal symptoms, sleep struggles, and school hurdles Anxiety, short-term memory challenges, and practical supports that helped How grief gave way - slowly - to laughter , community, and calling Why Cristina sees adoption as a living picture of the Gospel If you’re an adoptive or foster parent (or just curious), this conversation will wrap you in courage and remind you: God really does orchestrate the details. Share this with a friend who needs hope today - and don’t forget to rate & review the show!

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