My Adoption Was A Secret Until I Was 65

My Adoption Was A Secret Until I Was 65

This week Chris & Jay dive into the unique story of Robin Wescott whose biological mother went to the hospital under Robin’s adoptive mother's name and gave birth to her. This episode explores the emotional and logistical aftermath of finding out she was adopted at 65 years old after decades of secrets. Through detailed DNA analysis and genealogical research led by genealogist Misty Gillis, the episode illustrates the painstaking efforts to reconstruct Robin’s familial connections, culminating in a series of heartfelt and revelatory encounters with her newfound relatives.


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00:00 Cold Open

00:26 Welcome to Finding Family DNA

00:55 Exclusive Content on Patreon

01:51 Robin Westcott's Case

02:12 The California Birth Index

04:14 Introducing Misty Gillis

05:47 DNA Results and Discoveries

09:59 Connecting with Half Siblings

12:15 Robin Westcott Joins the Show

13:09 Robin's Journey for the Truth

19:10 Connecting with Birth Family

20:23 Discovering Birth Parents

21:43 Family Reunions and Emotions

23:46 Exploring Paternal Connections

25:31 Reflecting on the Journey

27:59 Uncovering Family Secrets

32:38 Final Thoughts and Exclusive Segment


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