Creating a Family is an interview call-in talk show about infertility, adoption, and assisted reproduction. Host Dawn Davenport, author of The Complete Book on International Adoption (Random House 2006), will interview leading authorities in infertility, adoption, and assisted reproduction.

Health Issues with Internationally Adopted Children

Interviewed:  Dr. Jane Aronson, international adoption doctor and founder of Worldwide Orphans Foundation

Topics:  common health issues found in internationally adopted Children, including, fetal alcohol syndrome, parasites, AIDS, attachment issues and the typical affects of institutionalization.

The Ups and Downs of Adopting a Toddler

Interviewed:  Mary Hopkins-Best, author of Toddler Adoption: The Weaver’s Craft

Topics: The differences between toddler and infant adoption, how toddlers grieve, and transition tips.

Parenting the Hurt Child/ Attachment 101

Interviewed: Dr. Gregory Keck, author of Parenting the Hurt Child and renowned expert in attachment and bonding.

Topics: Warning signs of attachment issues, RAD, and what parents can do.

How to Afford Adoption

Interviewed:  The director of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption and the founder of www.affordingadoption.com I will interview about grants, loans, tax credits, employee benefits, and fundraising for adoption

Topics: Grants, loans, tax credits, employee benefits, and fundraising for adoption

The Reluctant Spouse and Extended Family in Adoption

Interviewed: Dr. Marlou Russell, a psychologist specializing in adoption and family communication, and author of Adoption Wisdom: A Guide to the Issues and Feelings of Adoption

Topics: What to do when you want to adopt, but your hubby doesn't. What if your extended family gives you grief about your adoption plans. My guest, will help us wade through these common problems

Raising Adopted Kids

Interviewed:  Dr. Joyce Pavao, a family therapist specializing in adoptive families and author of the book The Family of Adoption

Topics:  How to talk with kids about adoption, how to help our kids feel good about themselves, and how does parenting an adopted child differ from parenting a birth child.

Twenty Things Adopted Kids Wish Their Adoptive Parents Knew

Interviewed:  Sherrie Eldridge, author of the books Twenty Things Adopted Kids Wish Their Adoptive Parents Knew and Forever Fingerprints

Topics: The 20 key issues that can potentially damage relationships between adoptees and their families and what parents can do to help.

Attaching in Adoption

Interviewed: Deborah Gray, a clinical social worker specializing in attachment issues and author of the book Attaching in Adoption

Topics: What to expect when you are first home, what is normal, what is worrisome behavior, what parents can do to help with attachment, and how to tell if your child is at risk.

Answers to Common Questions at the Very Beginning of the Adoption Journey

Interviewed:  Susan Caughman, editor of Adoptive Families Magazine

Topics:  Should you choose domestic or international, what if you are ready but your spouse is not, how to choose a country if you decide on international?