In concluding our “Perspectives of Birth Moms” posts, I want to share some advice that birth moms have for adoptive families. “Give them time. Be supportive of their mental state.” There have been times when I have had birth moms initially say they want a closed adoption. However, once these moms have had time to
In continuing with our “Perspectives of Birth Moms” posts, Part 1 mentioned that there is a time of grieving for expectant moms after placement. What do we mean by grieving? The baby is still alive, yes, but birth parents are grieving the loss of what relationship they would have had with this child. At New
I recently conducted a survey for New Life’s birth moms, of the women who participated, all said that they have an open adoption with their child and/or their child’s adoptive family. They also all shared that they are happy with their level of openness, and wouldn’t want that to change. As one birth mom recalled,
Let’s explore some often heard myths…. 1) Open adoption is co-parenting. Myth. Especially with adoption agencies, there are well thought out policies and procedures that help define the openness within an adoption relationship. There are usually defined, intentional boundaries in place for all members of the triad (birth family, adoptive family and adoptee). In fact,
I know by the way you keep checking your phone. I know by the way you won’t join your family on that weekend trip, just in case. I know by the way you hesitate to take a day off of work. And I know by the empty nursery in your home. You are waiting. You
During counseling with expectant moms, the question sometimes arises…”Will my child resent me for choosing adoption?” Some expectant mothers assume their only options for their pregnancy are parenting or abortion. This sweet family recently shared their adoption story. Their 4 adopted children would say that life was the best gift given to them, and they
Pat Lechleiter is a special woman! Pat sews beautiful handmade quilts for our birth mothers and adoptive families. Each one is unique and embroidered with the verse from Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord; plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you
You may have missed our virtual gala but we want you to have access to all the videos! Don’t have an hour to sit and watch in 1 setting? We’ve broken the event up for you here: Part 1 Welcome Part 2 The Blessing Song (Myers Family) Part 3 Ministry Update Part 4 Jessica’s Story Part 5 500th Placement Video
As you may have heard, November is National Adoption month. November 21 is National Adoption Day! While adoption is near to our hearts here at New Life, salvation through faith in Jesus is our greatest mission for those we serve. One of our adoptive dads had the opportunity to preach at his church about adoption
Jesus Christ came to the earth as a man, died the brutal death that a criminal deserves, and was raised to life after being dead for three days. He ascended into heaven and is reigning there with God the Father. One day, Christ will come back to take his children home to heaven, to live