One of the most difficult experiences on the adoption journey is navigating a failed placement. The Jones* family had been chosen by an expectant mom named Delilah*, who was due in April. They’d met a few times and formed a relationship with her before the baby was born. Shortly after delivery, the birth mother told
I recently read an article on a new study published June 2020 in the journal Health Communication. This study demonstrates how chemical abortion harms women. While the overall number of abortions in the US are declining, medication (or chemical) abortions are on the rise. Abortion providers are moving from in-office surgical abortions to prescription drug
One of our key programs at New Life Adoptions is Education. Although statistically 60% of all Americans have some connection to adoption, it remains the most misinformed social issue that has been measured. Why is that? For one, the laws on adoption are different for every state, and some Americans receive their information on adoption
Waiting is THE WORK A few weeks ago, I heard the most amazing sermon from one of my favorite Bible teachers, Steve Bezner of Houston Northwest church. In doing a sermon series on the fruits of the spirit, he was preaching on Patience this particular morning. I wanted to share with you some of the
A Message from Our Executive Director In my experience, I usually encounter two viewpoints of adoption. One, those that believe that adoption is a beautiful and heartwarming experience, especially for the adoptive family. A viewpoint that believes the decision made for placing a child leaves everyone a winner, and life is all rainbows and butterflies.
Our Executive Director discusses reasons women have chosen adoption over abortion. There is hope! Please watch and share this video: [/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/-aN-ofPeyzE” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”left” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] Adoption or Abortion? If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, we know that this can be a difficult and uncertain time. If you feel
These days, most of us are experiencing some level of grief. Grief is about loss, and let’s face it, we are all suffering loss at this time. From tragic loss of a loved one, to loss of contact with friends, it is all loss. From toddlers, to teens, to mature adults, each of us are
AS THIS NEW YEAR STRETCHES OUT BEFORE US, we have absolutely no doubt that the Lord has already gone ahead to prepare the way for Christ to be proclaimed. And part of His “going ahead” is inviting us to be part of His plan of redemption for this world, through our earnest, faith-filled prayers. Would
Although we will celebrate 36 years of ministry on September 6th, we recently took the time to develop a complete list of our programs and the services we offer. 1) BIRTH MOTHER SUPPORT AND HOLISTIC CARE: taking a more holistic approach to the care of women in unplanned pregnancies by offering the following levels of
On the first Wednesday of each month, I have the privilege of hosting our Adoption Support Group. This group is intended for both expecting parents in the decision making process for what is best for them and their baby as well as for birth parents in their post-adoption journey. One of the main benefits I’ve