Testimonials
Here are a few thoughts and insight from Adoptive Families and Birth Parents.
'I realized that if I wanted to give her the best, I should make sure she gets more than parents who exist only for financial support. Working multiple jobs, each would leave little time for her and that's not fair. I wouldn't say it's been easy and I doubt it will get easier, but I can live with that. I know first hand 'What's easy isn't always right and what's right isn't always easy.'
MICHELLE, 18 YEAR-OLD BIRTH MOTHER
'She means re-experiencing the firsts of life: First steps, first words, and first days at school. She is the joy of discovery of the wonders of life. But she is more. Since nature dictated that she was something we couldn't have, her entrance into our family is a gift, a fulfillment of hope, a blessing. She has brought meaning to the struggle, the sorrow and the waiting. She means the opportunity to share our love.'
ADOPTIVE PARENTS: LEE & BARB
'Coming from the birthmother's standpoint, I couldn't have asked from more out of an agency. The people at Adoption Options are caring, understanding individuals with the best intentions. Don't get me wrong this is not an easy step to take, but with the help and support that I was shown (and am still seeing); I am a lot more comfortable with my decision. I also know that any time I need anything or have questions about anything, all I have to do is make a phone call and I will have the answers.'
BECKY 25-YEAR OLD BIRTH MOTHER
'As a single woman I was so pleased to find this exceptional agency. The measurement of my ability to be a good parent was not, at any time, correlated to my marital status. But more than just being approved by the agency, I knew that I was an equal to the traditional and non-traditional couples also waiting for a baby; my caseworker advocated for me the same as all her other families.'
ADOPTIVE MOM: ERIN
'I loved her the moment I laid eyes on her and it was in that instant I knew adoption was the best choice for both of us. I was unable to give her the things she needed both financially and emotionally. Adoption has allowed her to grow and explore the world in a stable and loving environment. Through open adoption I have been blessed with the opportunity to watch her grow into a beautiful child who fills my heart with happiness and peace.'
KATIE, 22 YEAR-OLD BIRTH MOTHER
