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Aaron and Alison
Dear Birthparent(s), Hello! We are extremely grateful that you are taking the time to look at our profile. Both of us understand that the decision you are making is a very difficult one. It takes strength, courage, and a lot of love to consider the path of adoption for your child. We are praying for you and the decision you have ahead of you. Our names are Aaron and Alison and we live in Virginia. We were married in 2007 after meeting in college serving in a local youth ministry. It was the classic country boy meets city girl story. Although from different backgrounds, we both value our faith and our families. After experiencing infertility for 7 years, we were unexpectedly blessed with our son, Elijah. After Eli was born in 2018, we knew right away that our family was not complete. We feel that adoption is a beautiful picture of God's love for us, so we want to pursue this option as we continue to grow our family. We have a lot of love to give and are excited about opening our home and hearts to a little one.
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 MoreMatthew and Megan
Dear Birthparent... Thank you for taking the time to read our story and learn about us as a potential adoptive family for your child. We deeply admire your decision to turn to adoption for you and your child, and we recognize how overwhelming this experience may be for you. Whether you choose us or another family to parent your child, you are granting a family a priceless and cherished gift, and we are grateful for your kindness, generosity, and selflessness. As you read more about our personalities, beliefs, family background, and home life, we hope you can picture your child fitting in with our family. We promise to raise a child who understands the ultimate gift of life that you have given them, and to make sure you always have a special place in all our hearts. - Matthew, Megan, Isaiah & Silas
Read MoreMichael and Alexandra
Thank you for taking a look at our family as you consider the right decision for you and your child. Our hope is that this profile will give you a glimpse into our world-our relationships, our values, our hobbies, and traditions, so that you could imagine what it would be like for you and your child to join our family.
Read MoreChristopher and Shaunna
This year marks 15 years together and 11 years married for us. While starting the family that we have always wanted hasn’t gone as expected, we aren’t giving up. Instead, we are taking a different path and are hoping to add to our family via adoption. We look forward to seeing where this new path leads and are excited at the possibility that it will lead to you.
Read MoreCooper and Tracey
Hey, there! :) We're Cooper and Tracey Spaulding—a twenty-something couple living in Lansing, Michigan raising one toddler, two furbabies, and a business. Thank you for taking the time to view our profile. We can't imagine how difficult this decision is and we have so much compassion for what you must be feeling in this moment. Thank you for your courage and bravery. We are humbled to offer you this glimpse into our lives. We hope this page offers an authentic view of who we are: two people who live fully, fearlessly, and with Christ at the center of it all. As high school sweethearts, getting married and having children has always been cemented into our plans. And while infertility has been an unexpected chapter in our story, carrying deep pain and grief, it is also what has led us here. In 2021, we experienced the adoption of our daughter, Ava Grace. Witnessing the sacrifice and courage displayed by her birth mom is hard to even put into words. It's incredible to see God's tender healing and redemption at work, not just for us but for her birth mom as well. We're forever grateful, forever bonded, and forever changed by this experience. Ava Grace is spunky, sweet, and so so funny. Being her parents is the greatest joy we've ever experienced. Her giggles are infectious, her questions are endless, and she's always got a song to sing. We truly cannot wait to watch her fall in love with her future sibling (she has SO much of it to give). We want nothing more than to provide your child with a safe and loving home where they will be supported, held, encouraged, and deeply (so deeply) cherished. We also look forward to supporting you on this journey however you need us to show up—providing a constant stream of grace and encouragement every step of the way. In the meantime, we continue to pray that God lends the wisdom and guidance you need to make this incredibly important choice.
Read MoreRyan and Kasey
Dear Birth Mother, Thank you for taking a few moments to get to know our family, and thank you for giving your child the opportunity to live her/his best life. We are Ryan and Kasey. We live in northern Michigan with our two children, Khloe Kay 8 and Tatum (Tate) Alan 4. We have been together for 12 years, 9 years of marriage. We were high school sweethearts. Our marriage has been far from easy, we have been through everything from family deaths to miscarriages. But we have made it through all of the tough times because we know we can lean on each other and we also have God. We are both professing members of our church, and that gives us all the strength we need. We both have always wanted a large family. Our two children are both miracles, as Kasey was told she would never be about to birth her own child. Khloe is our smart tender-hearted, sweet little girl. She is very competitive, she plays soccer, softball, soon basketball and also races snowmobiles. Tate is our spunky, caring and very active little boy. He loves spending his time outside riding four wheelers and snowmobiles, and playing anything with a ball. As a family we do everything together. We really enjoy being outside. A good portion of the year you can find us on our side by side. In the summer we love camping, kayaking, fishing and playing outside. In the fall we hunt, and in the winter we all snowmobile. I, Ryan, am a road construction foreman. I Work all over the state in the summer building and repairing roads for my families company. It is the only job I’ve ever had and ever want to have. I attended Western Michigan University and Ferris State University. In my spare time I enjoy hunting and fishing and fixing things in my pole barn. Kasey works for the school our kids go to as a Paraprofessional. She works part time so she can be home with Tate part time. She also has a passion for coaching. She coaches Volleyball and Softball at the high school level. She is very involve in our church as a youth leader among many other things. We love the area and community we live in, everyone is close, including our families. Both of our extended families all live within a 15 mile radius. That allows for our children to have lots of friends/cousins to grow up with. Living in such a small community means everyone knows everybody and someone is always there to help and pick you up. Thanks again for taking the time to get to know us a little. We hope that no matter who you choose, you feel supported, encouraged and loved. We know that your one desire is that you find parents that you imagined for your baby. With us, I can promise you that your baby will be loved by not only us, but by our family and friends, he or she will be supported in everything they do and he or she will be pushed to follow their dreams. With Love , Ryan and Kasey
Read MoreJohnny and Leigha
Read MoreGarth and Jennifer
Hello! We are Jennifer and Garth. Thank you for taking time to look through our profile. We can't imagine what you are going through as you consider an adoption plan for your baby. We realize this will be one of the most difficult decisions and our hope in reviewing our profile page it will help you understand our life as a family and us as parents. We always knew we wanted a big family and the journey of doing so hasn't been easy. However, we realized God's plan is always working and you have to continue having faith and hope. That faith and hope brought us to welcome our daughter into our family through adoption, which has been the biggest blessing in our lives so far. We hope to continue growing our family through adoption and to show our children support, encouragement, celebrations of milestones and achievements, encouragement with smiles, hugs and laughter, encouragement for them to be their true selves, the ability to build their confidence and most of all LOVE.
Read MoreIsrael and Susie
Read MoreDerek and Callae
Hello, We are very grateful and honored that you are considering bringing our story into your story through adoption. We want you to know that we recognize the magnitude of your decision and we do not take that for granted. We are eager to grow our family. For many years, God has been showing us that adoption is a part of his plan for us. We hope that this page will give you a glimpse into our lives and our character so that you can see how your child will be welcomed and loved deeply. It is our pledge to raise your child in a home filled with love, joy, and care. Laughter and playfulness will be integral to our home as we shoot hoops at the park, bake muffins together, and explore our state. Amidst the ups and downs of life, we commit to an unconditional love to each other and to each of our children that will not be altered by life circumstances. If you choose for your child to join our family, we look forward to getting to know you throughout the years. With care, Derek and Callae
Read MoreMichael and Faith
Hello! Thank you for considering adoption- it's a brave choice. We wish you a journey full of comfort, hope and encouragement. We recognize that whatever situation you are in, you have difficult choices ahead of you. No matter what you decide, we hope you feel loved and supported. Our goal for this profile is that you get a sense of who we are and the type of family we would provide for your child. Thank you for taking the time to look at us as potential adoptive parents. The journey that has lead us to adoption has been a difficult one. We have had two babies, each died within hours of being born. We didn't know it at the time, but in-depth testing revealed a genetic disorder, meaning the same thing could happen if we tried again. We decided we didn't want to take the chance and opted to pursue adoption instead. We adopted a baby in 2019 and it has been an amazing experience. Our son is 4 now and we are excited to add another baby to our family. We can't wait to see what God has for us in the future. -Mike & Faith
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
Have questions?
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