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The Kinship Connection is a weekly podcast hosted by kinship grandparents Jan Johnson and Stephanie Bressler Ratcliffe. Through honest and heartfelt conversations, they explore the real-life joys and challenges of raising grandchildren and stepping into the role of caregiver.
Each episode offers encouragement, practical insight, and a sense of connection for others navigating the kinship journey. From emotional moments to everyday victories, Jan and Stephanie share their experiences openly—creating a space where kinship caregivers feel seen, supported, and understood.
Whether you’re new to kinship care or have been on this path for years, The Kinship Connection reminds you that you’re not alone.
Aktualisierungshäufigkeit:
weekly
Durchschnittliche Audiolänge:
60 minutes
Gastinterviews
Englisch
Vereinigte Staaten
23 Folgen
seit 3. Mai 2026
episodic
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Join us for Episode 23 — “Junk Journey’s End” and discover what you might be ready to keep, what you might be ready to release, and what you’d like to make room for. Jan Johnson and Special Gues…
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Becoming a kinship caregiver can change the entire family dynamic. Relationships may shift, roles can become complicated, and sometimes the people we once felt closest to may not fully understan…
As kinship caregivers, we often spend so much of our time and energy caring for the children in our lives that we can lose sight of our own needs, feelings, and sense of self.
In Episode 21, Jan Johnson and Stephanie Bressler Ratcliffe explore the importance of staying connected to ourselves while …
As kinship caregivers, we can become so focused on the challenges in front of us that we forget to look back and recognize just how far we—and the children in our care—have come.
In Episode 20, Jan Johnson and Stephanie Bressler Ratcliffe welcome their special guest Darcy from their grandparents gr…
In Episode 19, Jan Johnson and Stephanie Bressler Ratcliffe talk about what it means to stay connected while navigating the demands of kinship caregiving.
When you become a kinship caregiver, life changes—and sometimes our relationships change right along with it.
Between caring for the children, m…
In this episode of The Kinship Connection, Jan Johnson and Stephanie Bressler Ratcliffe talk about Connection Care—the simple, everyday ways we can strengthen our relationships with the children in our care.
In Episode 17, Jan Johnson and Stephanie Bressler Ratcliffe are joined by guest teachers Valerie & Lisa to discuss the unique challenges kinship families may face in the school setting and how caregivers and educators can work together to better understand and support the children in their care.
“Back to School Bash: Gearing for a Successful School Year”
The backpacks are packed, the pencils are sharpened, and a brand-new school year is just around the corner! 🎉
Join Jan & Stephanie as they discuss practical tips, helpful strategies, and encouragement to help children and families star…
In this episode, Jan Johnson and Stephanie Bressler Ratcliffe explore why traditional parenting and discipline methods may not meet the needs of children who have experienced trauma, loss, or major life changes. We discuss letting go of outdated expectations, responding to behavior with greater und…
Every loving choice we make today helps shape a child’s tomorrow.
In this inspiring episode, Jan Johnson and Stephanie Bressler Ratcliffe welcome special guest Senta Kline for a heartfelt conversation about guiding children toward a future filled with hope, confidence, and possibility.
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