Dear Expectant Parent(s) -

We are so grateful that you are taking the time to learn about us, and we are hopeful for the opportunity to get to know you as well. We understand that the decision you are facing is both overwhelming and courageous, and we deeply admire your strength. Our family is eager and ready to grow, and we are honored that you may become a part of this journey with us.

Both of us grew up in loving, supportive families that filled our childhoods with joy and cherished memories. Our marriage is built on love, commitment, and adventure, and we are excited to become parents ourselves, offering the same love and opportunities to our future children.

We hope this profile gives you a clear sense of who we are and the life full of unconditional love that we are eager to share with our future children.

With love and appreciation,

John & Allyson

Dear Birthparent, We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for taking the time to learn about us. We acknowledge the courage and strength it takes to consider adoption for your child. Whether you are certain about adoption or still exploring your options, we understand that this journey you're on is incredibly challenging.

If you do decide to create an adoption plan and select us as the adoptive parents, your child will not only be welcomed into our family but also embraced as an extension of yours. Your child will grow up knowing their adoption story, and they will be cherished and celebrated for their unique journey. Our hope is to create a warm and inclusive environment where your child feels a sense of belonging and connection, not only to us but also to you, their roots, and their heritage.

Most importantly, we want you to understand that we'll stand as their unwavering cheerleaders in life, wholeheartedly supporting them and ensuring they have every opportunity to pursue their dreams and passions. We pray that you find solace in whichever path you choose, reassured by the knowledge that your child will be surrounded by love, regardless of the decision made.

Hi there,

As we sit down to make this profile for you, it's hard to believe that we could be writing a letter to someone who could become one of the most important people in our lives. It's a bit strange and very emotional. How could we possibly know what to say?

We're sure that you're also full of feelings that are hard to put into words. And lots of questions. Maybe this profile will help you find some answers.

We hope this is the start of a special relationship with you -- on your terms -- if and when you feel ready.

For us, it would mean the beginning of a new family. A dream come true. But we know that your feelings are more complicated than we could ever imagine.

You have big decisions to make for you and your baby. Trust in yourself. Only you know what's best.

No matter what, we wish you all the love and support in the world.

Sincerely,

JACKIE & GARRET

Hello, we are Scott and Jessica, a couple of home-grown, hardworking, fun-loving characters. Our living motto is "adapt and overcome," letting nothing stand in our way of persevering through all of life's adventures.

Founded from hardworking families and good quality values of the Midwest, we are best friends who have been married for nearly 6 years and together for 12. Our qualities complement each other with Scott being the analytical engineer who loves all things outdoors and Jessica being the thoughtful graphic designer who enjoys all things creative. We have one spoiled fur child, Mila, a 6-year-old Weimaraner who loves everyone she meets.

These are just the cliff's notes, but our full story is worth the read and we appreciate you taking the time to do so, regardless of the path you choose.

DEAR EXPECTANT PARENT--

Thank you for taking the time to look through this Profile. We know there is so much change happening in your life right now, and that can come with a number of emotions and challenges. One of the reasons we chose Gladney was because we knew they would meet you in these emotions and challenges and provide great support. We hope you've felt cared for and encouraged through each step, and that you will continue to feel that way throughout this process as you make the decision that's best for you.

We're Robert Tate & Sarah (Robert Tate is his first name-it's complicated, we know). We've been friends for 12 years and married for over 3. Even before we were together, we both always hoped that adoption could be part of our story and the way we start our family. That led us here to Gladney.

In this profile, you'll find more details about our life, hobbies, and commitments through this process.

A LETTER OF GRATITUDE

We can't begin to fully understand the emotions you must be feeling in this moment. The decision you are making reflects immense courage, strength, and selflessness, and we hope that you find peace throughout this journey.

We appreciate and thank you for taking the time to learn about us. By exploring our profile, you've given us the incredible opportunity to share our lives with you. You will always be this child's mother, but we hope this profile gives you a glimpse into why we believe we would make great fathers.

Our life is filled with love, adventure, and anticipation for the day we can welcome a baby into our family. We believe there's a child out there meant to join our lives, and each day, we hope that their mother will recognize the connection we share. If that's you, we are deeply grateful for the chance to find out.

We deeply respect your decision and hope your child inherits their mother's strength, courage, and resolve.

Hi! We are David and Heather. Thank you for taking the time to consider adoption. We are both educators in the public school system and live in a beautiful home with our two cats. It takes a village to raise a child, and we truly have a strong support system surrounding us. We invite you to be a part of this village and embark on this adoption journey along with us!

We Choose Adoption

We have always known that we wanted children and discussed adoption early in our relationship. A major influence in this decision is the fact that Elisabeth's mother, Terri, is adopted. Terri had a great childhood and wonderful parents who were equally as wonderful grandparents to Elisabeth. A few years after we were married, we began to pursue infertility care. Unfortunately, we were unable to get pregnant so we allowed ourselves time to grieve, adjust, and research how we wanted to pursue adoption. We eventually chose Gladney and we are excited to have reached the point of having our profile shared with you.