How We Adopted & Hosted Our Child From Colombia (Part 2)

The Journey of Adopting Sebastian (Part 2) Join us in part two of our story as we dive into the adoption journey that followed our emotional hosting experience with Sebastian. After sending him back to Colombia, we embarked on a rollercoaster of emotions, from dealing with depression and mountains of paperwork to the joyous moment of reuniting. Discover the challenges and triumphs of adopting out of birth order, the viral moment that brought our story to millions, and the ultimate transformation in our family's dynamic. Stay until the end to watch the touching video that captured hearts around the world. watch the reunion of us and sebastian here -    • 11-Year-Old Orphan Hugs Adoptive Californi...   00:00 Introduction and Recap 00:57 The Adoption Process Begins 01:47 Paperwork and Waiting 03:08 Cooling Off Period and Communication Challenges 07:49 Telling Our Kids 17:28 Going Viral 27:24 Meeting Sebastian in Colombia 32:26 A Fun Experience and Repurposing a YouTube Channel 32:35 Documenting Life During COVID 33:36 Challenges of Editing and Teenagers' Reluctance 33:57 Adoption and Growth: Physical Changes 35:44 Navigating the Adoption Process in Colombia 38:58 Returning Home: Mixed Emotions 44:25 The Importance of Community Support in Adoption 46:39 Adopting Out of Birth Order: Challenges and Strategies 51:32 Family Dynamics and Relationships 01:00:07 Reflecting on the Adoption Journey 01:06:26 The Impact of Adoption on Our Family 01:10:48 Conclusion and Viral Video