Adoption, Motherhood & Lessons from My Daughters | I Never Thought I’d Be a Mother

In this Mother’s Day episode of Stories of Change and Creativity , Judy Oskam talks with her daughters, Danielle and Jessica, about adoption, family, and experiences that shape identity and creativity. Judy reflects on the decision to adopt from China. She shares how motherhood changed her understanding of creativity and personal growth. Dani and Jess share their perspective on parenting, identity, and what it means to grow together across generations. They also talk about foster families, adoption stories, and the Chinese belief in the “red thread of fate” — the invisible connection between people who are meant to find one another. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How adoption shaped Judy’s journey to motherhood Lessons children teach parents about creativity and perspective Reflections on infertility, IVF, and adoption The meaning behind the “red thread of fate” Memorable Comments “ There’s no rulebook when it comes to parenting.” “Maybe we all have red threads in our lives .” "I always like to say that in every lifetime I think that you're my mother." - Jess If you enjoy conversations about adoption, motherhood, famil, and personal growth, this episode is for you. Follow Danielle Oskam on Instagram: @danioskam Follow Jessica Oskam on Instagram: @jessicaoskam Stories of Change: Helping You Navigate What’s Next Hosted by Judy Oskam Navigating a change or wondering what comes next? Hear real stories from people who have faced unexpected turns, made important choices, and figured things out along the way. A little wisdom to help you find your own way forward. Explore more at StoriesofChangePodcast.com .