From–“I’m Done” to “We’re Matched” an Infant Adoption
One quiet afternoon, Sherie* sat at her desk, writing in her journal, “I am done. It is so emotional. We say yes to any infant adoption situation sent to us,…
Divine Timing: The ‘Coincidences’ That Shaped Our Adoption Journey
Adoption Journey started in the middle of the night. In the dead of night, everything changed. The last leg of their adoption journey began.At 10:30 PM, the family had completed…
Two Mothers, One Heart: Caleb’s Open Adoption
Eight children played in a bright neighborhood park. Their laughter echoed as they climbed to the top of the slide and pushed one another in belt swings. This was the…
Placing Baby For Adoption, Blair Finds an Angel
"I never thought about placing my baby for adoption." “But what could I do? No one was helping,” Blair said. “I had a sick baby in the hospital. I couldn’t…
Urgent Adoptions: Are You Ready for the Unexpected?
Brianna called Heart to Heart Adoptions' 24-hour line. When Wendy answered, Brianna hung up. She called again—then hung up again. The third time, she finally had the courage to speak.“Wendy…
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Open Adoption vs. Closed Adoption: Delanie’s Dilemma and the Impact on Her Baby’s Future
Delanie feels confident about her decision to place her baby for adoption. What concerns her and keeps her awake at night, besides the fact she’s 38 weeks pregnant, is her…
Why Garrett’s Closed Adoption Didn’t Stay Closed
Garrett was placed in a closed adoption. His birth mother was 14 years old and not mature enough or comfortable with making connections with adoptive parents.When Garrett was 18 years…