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Brendan and Petrea
Hello! We have been praying for you for a long time. Though we don't know you yet, a love for you continues to grow in our hearts. We know that you have been walking a long and painful road. Adoption is a selfless decision and we honor you for considering it. This is a difficult journey and we want to walk beside you. Adoption has always been in our heart. Even when we were dating, we would discuss it. Little did we know, God would be leading us in this direction in a very clear way. In January, 2017, God saved Petrea's life. In order to save her life, however, she lost the ability to have children. We know the Lord spared her life for a reason and we want to continue making a difference in people lives, especially children's lives. We want to provide your child with a loving godly home to grow up in. We also want you to know that we are here for you. No one is going to understand your journey completely but God. He is the one who walks beside you and carries you when the road is too difficult for you. He has blessed you with this child. This child is a gift and you are choosing to give this most precious gift to a loving family. We honor you for that! God be with you, Brendan and Petrea
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Calvin and Carol
It is a pleasure to introduce ourselves to you! We are so thrilled to embark on our fourth adoption journey! We are a family with three adopted children and two dogs. Our home is happy, bustling with activity, and full of love. We love spending time together and laughing as a family. Some of our favorite things to do together are travelling, going for walks, reading, and spending time outdoors. We hope this gives you a glimpse of what we are like. We don't pretend to understand what a significant decision this is for you. We admire your bravery and strength, and we are praying for your peace and wisdom as you begin this journey. We enjoy an ongoing relationship with the birth moms and birth dads of our daughter and youngest son, and our older son has a closed adoption. We respect whatever openness choice you make. We have always loved children, and adoption has been on our hearts for a long time. We found out that we were unable to have biological children, and through this process, God has been faithful to us. He has shown us that He has plans for our lives and our family that are better than we could imagine. We are very excited to welcome another child into our home through adoption, knowing that all children are beautiful blessings from above.
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Caleb and Elisabeth
Thank you so much for taking the time to get to know us. We know you're making thoughtful choices out of love for your baby, and we admire the care you're putting into this journey. We would be honored to be part of this story too, if you choose. Both of us were raised Christian and have grown in our faith. Our hope is to raise a child in a home full of laughter, love, and endless opportunities to grow into whoever they are meant to be.
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Jenn
Dear Friend, Let me begin by saying how humbled I am that you are taking the time to look through my profile. The amount of love, courage, and bravery it takes to walk the path you are choosing is found in very few people. I am praying for you and your child, that you would have wisdom, peace, and confidence in the decisions you are making. While adoption may not be what most people see for their future, it has always been the way I hoped to have a family one day. It would be such a privilege to be able to love and raise a child as my own. They will always know their story and how much you love them. I will always speak highly of you and will always do what is in their best interest. I will always point your child toward Jesus and walk with them as they develop a relationship with Him. This will be through everyday life at home, going to church on Sundays, attending church activities throughout the year, attending a Christian school, living in a community that values faith, and being around family and friends that have the same beliefs and values as I do. In my home your child will come to know 3 things. First, we love Jesus. Second, we are kind. Third, we have fun! Love, Jenn
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Chris and Christa
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Jesse and Shelby
Our hearts are full of admiration for the loving decision you are hoping to make for your child. We want you to know that we are praying for you. We pray you feel God's guidance, presence and peace throughout this journey. May you find comfort in knowing that no decision we make can change the plans God ultimately already has for each of us and the ones we love. We want you to know that if you decide to move forward with making an adoption plan, this is not the end but only the beginning of a lifelong journey. You are loved and God has incredible plans for you. If we are a part of that plan, we are SO excited to meet you! No matter the decision you choose know that you are being held up in prayer to a God who loves you so much!
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Israel and Susie
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Tiffany and Brennen
Dear friend, Thank you so much for taking the time to look at this snapshot of our family. You probably have so many thoughts and fears running through your head in this moment, and we’re likely just one family out of many that you will consider entrusting with your precious child. Who are we, and what kind of home would we hope to give your child? Our names are Brennen and Tiffany. We are high school sweethearts who have been married for almost nine years now. We have a lovable dog named Winchester and a hyperactive cat named Luna. Ever since high school we have wanted to adopt, and after struggles with miscarriages and infertility we have decided that now is the time to pursue that dream. This is our dream and promise to you: We will provide your child with unconditional love, we will cultivate a home for them filled with joy and wonder, we will display to them the beauty of Christ, we will support them through every triumph and disappointment, we will protect and sacrifice for them, we will honor you and your child’s story, and we will strive with every ounces of our being to give them a family where they never have to doubt that they are fully seen, fully known, and fully loved. What you are doing is one of the hardest, most loving, and selflessly sacrificial things anyone can do. We cannot even begin to express the admiration we have for you. You are a bona fide hero. We are praying for you even now, and if you entrust your child to us, we promise that we will honor that decision for the rest of our lives. You’ll learn more about us thoughout this book, but above all we hope you remember this promise to you.
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Nathan and Audreyanna
Dear Expectant Family, We know you must be processing so much right now and working to make the best decisions for you, your family, and this growing baby. So, while we don’t know all that you are feeling as you imagine a future for both you and this child, we want to extend grace (whether you decide to parent or create an adoption plan) and we pray that you are able to find peace through support and community. We are Audreyanna and Nathan (and Rose!). We met in 2009, got married in 2014, and have been growing together ever since. Even before getting married, we had discussed growing our family through adoption in some way. Audreyanna’s family adopted her sister (now in her 20’s) and so adoption had been on Audreyanna’s heart from a young age. In 2023, Rose was born and placed with us. We've seen the benefit firsthand to an open-adoption and if you choose an adoption plan, we would be honored to live in relationship with you and your future child. We will continue to pray for you, and others, who are faced with making these tough decisions. You are loved, Audreyanna and Nathan
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Matthew 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
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Daniel and Leona
Dear Friend, We are excited to share a little about our life with you and look forward to meeting you. We are praying that you feel God's presence as you go through life's journey, both now and in the future. Welcome to our family profile.
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Josiah and Ashley
As we sit to write this letter, we are experiencing so many emotions as I am sure you are reading it. First, we would like to acknowledge your courage and strength that you have shown in making a plan for adoption. We are so grateful for your time reading this and learning more about us. While we do not know you or the circumstances that have led you to this decision, we have been praying that God will give you comfort, peace and direction throughout this process. We met when we were children at the church that our families attended. During our childhood and teen years we lived in different countries and then eventually states before reconnecting. Through different circumstances we once again were living in the same state without an ocean or states between us. We started dating and knew after a short period of time that we wanted to spend the rest of our lives together. We have now been married for 6 years. While we were dating, we both expressed a strong desire to start a family. We discussed having biological children and adopting. After many years of not being able to conceive on our own, we felt God was preparing and leading us to move forward with adoption. As we have mentioned that you have been in our prayers, we have also been praying for the child that God has for us. We both already have so much love for this child even though we have never met them. Please know that if the child God has planned for us is yours, they will always know how brave and selfless you were in this decision. We hope this profile gives you an insight into our hearts and lives. May God continue to give you comfort and peace. With love and admiration, Josiah and Ashley
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