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If you’re considering adoption, you’re in the right place. We help many expectant parents like you every year.
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Chris and Christa
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Samuel and Natalia
Hello! We are so excited for you to get to know us better! We hope you enjoy learning a little more about our family.
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Josh and Nicala
Hello! We are Josh and Nicala. We first connected in 2017 thanks to some mutual friends and the magic of the internet! Fast forward to February 2020, just before the world went full-on upside-down, we got engaged. And by January 2021, we said I do and officially kicked off our forever adventure. Our little family includes two adorable fur-babies: Colt, our treat-loving yellow lab who never runs out of energy, and Mavis, our sassy (but sweet) domestic shorthair cat who thinks she runs the house. We are lovers of the great outdoors and cozy nights in. Whether we're hiking a trail, planning our next adventure, or binging the latest Netflix show, we're all about finding joy in the big moments and the little ones. We are big fans of summer sunshine, breakfast foods, game nights, and time well spent with friends and family. If it involves fun, food, or a bit of adventure, we're in!
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Anthony and Sarah
Married couple looking to expand their family by welcoming an infant. We both feel a calling to be parents and would love to open our home to a child. Willing to discuss different adoption arrangements to ensure the child knows they are loved. We look forward to beginning this journey with you.
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RYAN and Bethany
Dear Birthparent(s), Hello! Thank you so much for taking the time to learn a little about us. We met when we were 16 and 18, began dating a year later, and were married by the time we were 21 and 22. Over the years, we’ve built meaningful careers—Ryan works primarily in Nuclear Chemistry, and Bethany in Physical and Occupational Therapy. After welcoming our son, Ellis, Bethany shifted to part-time work to be more present for him and plans to stay home full-time once we grow to a family of four. We have felt called to adoption since we married in 2012 and are excited about the possibility of welcoming a second child into our family as a younger sibling to Ellis. Our hope as parents is to raise children who feel confident, secure, and deeply loved. We are committed to a home rooted in honesty and openness, where our child will always know they are adopted and understand the great love their birth parent(s) have for them. Our life together has been full of both joy and heartache. We’ve been blessed to travel the world together, and we’ve also experienced deep loss, including the passing of Ryan’s dad and our infant nephew. These experiences have shaped who we are, strengthening our trust in God and deepening our gratitude, compassion, and kindness. We truly value creating a warm, welcoming home. We love hosting friends and family for game nights and big shared meals, and our days are centered around balance, work we care about, time together, and being present with our son. In the evenings, once Ellis is asleep, you’ll usually find us curled up on the couch with a fire going, watching reality TV or the occasional horror movie. During the day, we enjoy long walks downtown, trips to the park, and simply being together as a family. Ryan loves hunting, fishing, and tending to his native wildflower garden, and he can’t wait to share those passions with his children. Bethany loves reading, writing, and discovering new experiences, and she looks forward to bringing the whole family along on future adventures. Thank you again for allowing us to share our story. As parents ourselves, we know there are no words that can fully express the love between a parent and child. We are deeply humbled by your strength and courage in considering adoption for your baby. Throughout this journey, we have prayed for the person who would give life to our child, and we will continue to pray for your comfort, peace, and clarity as you make this incredibly meaningful decision. With gratitude and love, Ryan & Bethany
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Justin and Kathleen
We are a couple whose journey to grow our family hasn’t looked the way we once imagined, but it has led us somewhere even more meaningful. After walking through the challenges of infertility, we discovered that while the path may be different, our dream of becoming parents has only grown stronger. Through every appointment, every hopeful moment, and every hard conversation, one thing has remained constant: our deep desire to love, nurture, and cherish a child with our whole hearts. Adoption is not our second choice, it is a beautiful and intentional calling. It is the way our story is meant to unfold. We have so much love ready to give, a home filled with warmth and laughter, and a life grounded in commitment, stability, and gratitude. The road here has shaped us into more patient, compassionate, and resilient people, and we know those qualities will guide us as parents. We promise a childhood full of bedtime stories, kitchen dance parties, scraped knees kissed better, and traditions that make ordinary days feel special. Most of all, we promise unconditional love that is steady, unwavering, and lifelong. We are ready to welcome a precious child into our arms and into a family where they will always know they were deeply wanted, thoughtfully chosen, and endlessly loved.
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Justin and Samantha
Having a family has long been a desire of ours since before we were married. Spending time with nieces and nephews over the years made us truly realize what a joy it is to be around the little ones. Once we felt the time was right, we started to try and have our own child, but we soon realized it was not going to be that simple. After several difficult years of many miscarriages and grief, we felt our hearts pulled towards a different path. Over time, our grief was transformed into determination as we took our first steps towards adoption, a wonderful journey we never thought God would lead us on. In 2022 we were blessed with our first adopted child Liam. He was the greatest gift we could have ever received.
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Katherine and Chris
Hi! We are Chris and Katherine. Thank you for taking the time to look at our profile. We can only imagine the strength and courage it took to do so as you consider what is best for you and your baby. We want you to know that we respect whatever path you choose. If you do choose us to parent your child, it will be an honor and we will love them unconditionally. We are grateful for the chance to share more about our family with you.
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Cameron and Carrie
We are an adventurous, loving family that chooses to live with intention, forgive freely, and encourage one another to dream big about the future. We believe time together is the greatest investment we can make in the present, and we find our deepest joy in being each other's comfort and safe place.
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Johnny and Leigha
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Aaron and Amanda
Thank you for taking the time to connect with us through our profile; we are very excited to share more about ourselves with you. In the years since our 2000 wedding, we have prayed that we would someday have the amazing opportunity to become parents. Adoption has always been something in our hearts and on our minds even throughout several years of unsuccessful fertility treatments. After seeing the joyous adoption path of others in our church and praying over the decision we are thrilled to be on our own unique journey.
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Scott and Katie
Thank you for taking time to look through our profile. We hope you can get an idea of our life and who we are as people. This is a long and difficult process and we want you to be able to choose the best fit for you and your child. We promise to: - love your child unconditionally - support you and the type of relationship you wish to have with your child - spend summers outside by the pool, at parks, and on adventures - build snow forts and go sledding in the winter - learn and grow with your child, supporting their interests and needs - read bedtime stories with all the voices
Read MoreFAQs about adoption
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Yes. Our counselors will help you consider the best options for you and your baby.
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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