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Abby and Nate
Hello, We are so grateful for you as you consider creating an adoption plan for your child. Our promise is to always honor your emotions, decisions and the sacrifices you are making for your child. We pray that amidst these difficult and selfless actions you are taking, that you would find hope and peace in the path you ultimately choose. Since we began dating in 2019, we dreamed of one day adopting children. We wish for our adopted children to feel intentional, that we truly desired to have them, and to never feel as though they were a second choice to having biological children. For this reason, we have decided that we wish to adopt before attempting to conceive. We believe that adoption shows a child they are loved unconditionally, given dignity and greatly invested in without having a biological connection. Our passion for adoption stems from the love we ourselves have felt from God, who we believe adopts everyone who comes to Him, loving them exactly as they are. We hope you feel like you can be yourself with us. Should you choose us to adopt your child, we promise to respect your desires for this adoption plan and our future relationship. We would be incredibly grateful and honored to adopt your child and would continuously reassure them about how you loved them so deeply. With love, Nate and Abby
Read MoreJoshua and Lyndsay
Hello, We are Josh and Lyndsay and we thank you for taking the time to take a peak into our lives, family and friends. Thank you for considering your choices. We are so excited to be adopting again and bringing another child into our home and creating a bigger family! We hope our story will help you in making your choice. Please know that no matter what family you choose, we wish you and your child all the best. We hope you can get a sense of who we are by looking through our profile. We look forward to meeting you.
Read MoreDavid and Silvia
We are Silvia and David. We want to start by telling you how much we deeply respect and admire you as you are considering adoption and choosing to bring your baby into this world. We’ve been trying to have children of our own for the last six years. We've gone through fertility treatments and consulted with a number of doctors but haven’t been successful. We have always been very interested in adoption. In fact, this is something we discussed even before getting married. For this reason, we feel very fortunate that you are checking our website and considering us as an option. We dream about being parents and having children to raise in a loving home! We have so much love to share with any child we're fortunate enough to be able to adopt.
Read MoreChris and Christa
Read MoreRocco and Jaime
We would like to begin by telling you how much we appreciate you taking the time to read our profile. We cannot imagine the strength and courage it must take to make the decision that you are considering. We know that whatever path you choose for your baby, it is with a loving heart and wish for the best life possible.
Read MoreJohnny and Leigha
Read MoreNate and Carolyn
Hello, We are Nate and Carolyn, and we are eager to add another member to our family. God has blessed us in countless ways, and we want to share these blessings with your child and you.
Read MorePatrick and Christine
Thank you for taking the time to look at our profile. Though we may not know each other, know that we are praying for you. No matter what decisions you make, we pray that God will lead and guide you and bring you comfort and peace. Should you choose us to parent your child, we promise to love him or her as our own. We also would love to keep you involved in his or her life, should you be open to doing so. Our child will always be at the center of our lives, and we promise to give him or her the best life we possibly can.
Read MoreSteve and Mandie
Hello, As we sit here writing this, it is difficult to find the words to meet this moment. Words that sincerely convey how much we care about you as a person, because you are special, and your story is significant. Words that adequately express our gratitude to you for reading this profile and considering us as potential partners on the journey ahead. Words that are somehow enough, because this moment is extraordinary. In looking back at the path that led us here, we marvel at how God orchestrated our steps to bring us to this point, to these pages in your hands. And now you are here, reading about us, wondering who we are and if we will be a good fit to love and care for your baby, in the way we know you already do. We hope this profile gives you a sense of who we are and shows our love and commitment to each other, our family, and our faith, and also speaks to the love we have to give. We know this introduction is only the beginning, and it would be our joy to continue on this journey with you. No matter your decision, though, we are praying for you and want you to know, above all, that you are loved. Sincerely, Mandie & Steve
Read MoreMichael and Dana
Hello Friend, Thank you for taking the time to learn more about us. We can only imagine that this may be one of the greatest challenges you have faced and we respect your courage in exploring adoption for your baby. We believe that this story has a happy ending. Our story is pretty simple. Dana and her brother were both adopted into a loving family and she has always believed that adoption would be part of growing her family. Michael loves being a dad and definitely wants to pour his life and love into more little ones. We have one little boy, Jack, who is so excited to be a big brother. We would love to talk with you about your story and explore together the level of openness you would want with our family. If you'd like to learn more about us, our values, and passions we've done our best in the following pages to give you a glimpse into our life. We have been praying and preparing for this time and sincerely hope we have the opportunity to get to know you and explore the next chapter of this story together. - Michael & Dana
Read MoreDennis and Judith
Dennis and Judith - Hoping to Adopt·Thursday, January 31, 2019 Dear Birth Family, Thank you so much for taking the time to view our profile. It is hard to summarize your life in just a few paragraphs. We have known from the start that we wouldn’t be able to have children naturally but we knew that God had a different plan for us. We have a deep desire to be parents and would love any child that comes into our home with all our heart. It is an honor to be considered to able to raise and love your child. Whether we are chosen or not, we want to let you know how mazing and selfless your decision is. We can’t imagine how difficult this time is and the struggle you are going through. But know that we will be praying for you that God will guide your decision and bring you every possible blessing With all our Love, Dennis and Judith
Read MoreJim and Shana
Hello, we are Jimmy and Shana and thank you for stopping by to read our profile! We are very excited to meet you even through this letter. We want you to know that we respect all your decisions that you make and support you without even knowing you. It takes a village to raise a child and we are all living in this village together! We hope that learning about us puts you at ease that perhaps your child will have a wonderful village to raise them with you alongside. We understand that this is a difficult decision but perhaps knowing more about us will ease you just a little bit in such a difficult decision. We hope that you will continue to read on to learn about us.
Read MoreFAQs about adoption
Can I choose the family for my child?
Yes! You can review our online profiles of families who would like to adopt a child and learn all about their personalities and interests. If you decide to place your child for adoption, you’ll be able to meet with the adoptive families you like best.
Are there different kinds of adoption?
You will provide input into the type of relationship you desire between yourself, your child, and the adoptive parents. You can guide the level of communication and contact you have with your child and their adoptive family.
How can I find out my rights as a parent?
You always have the right to explore your options in a safe environment. And you have the right to have all your questions answered honestly and completely. You have these rights, no matter where you are in your pregnancy.
If I’m using drugs, can Bethany still help me?
Yes. Our counselors will help you consider the best options for you and your baby.
My child is already born. Can I still make an adoption plan
In many cases, you can still place your child for adoption after he or she is born.
Finding peace through open adoption
“Bethany made my adoption journey the best choice for me and those I care for. Three different families have become one because of the love and respect that we share—and I’ve found my place as a birth mom in each one of them.”
- Tamara
"When I was pregnant and pursuing an adoption plan, people told me I needed to ask forgiveness for “abandoning my child.” They wanted me to feel ashamed, but Bethany helped take the sting out of their words by reassuring me I had no reason to feel shame. Now my vision is to keep telling this story so other birth moms know they’re not alone.”
- Gloria
“Ten years ago, I was pregnant for the first time, and I was in jail. Making an adoption plan for my son didn’t mean I loved him any less; I just didn’t want my child to end up in the system. My life circumstances wouldn’t mean a life sentence for him.”
- Tamara
"When I found out I was pregnant with twins at age 18, I didn’t know where to turn. I thought, ‘How am I going to become the mom I want to be?’ Bethany helped provide care for my boys while I found a stable job. Today, my boys are thriving in my home.”
- Brijon
“Today, I am substance-free. I’m married with two biological children and two stepchildren. And I still have thoughts and emotions to process about that difficult time in my life, including my decision to make an adoption plan. That’s an experience most people just don’t understand."
- Gloria
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Do you want to make an adoption plan or learn about your other options? Fill out a contact form or speak to a Bethany counselor at 1.800.BETHANY