The Journey of Adoption: Astrid's Story

In this episode of the Adoption Journey podcast, host Tarcia Smith speaks with Astrid Castro, who shares her experiences as a transracial adoptee. Astrid discusses her early life, the challenges of adapting to a new culture, and the complexities of family dynamics in an adoptive setting. She reflects on her childhood memories, the impact of language loss, and the search for her birth family in Colombia. The conversation delves into the nuances of being adopted, the differences in treatment between biological and adopted children, and the importance of cultural connection. In this conversation, Astrid Castro shares her journey of searching for her birth family and the complexities of navigating her identity as an adoptee. She discusses the challenges and emotions involved in reunion, the ripple effects of adoption on families, and the importance of creating spaces for open conversations about adoption. Through her organization, Adoption Mosaic, she aims to provide education and support for all members of the adoption constellation, emphasizing the need for dialogue around the hard parts of adoption.Adoption Mosaic:https://adoptionmosaic.com/