We began this adoption journey much like the first two. Except, this time we were prepared, so I thought. We had all the right books and completed all the training, including TBRI with Karyn Purvis and Trauma Competent Care with Jayne Schooler. I would remember that there is meaning behind behavior. This time would […]

  Adoption Full Circle I was adopted as an infant through Catholic Charities Agency and joined my family when I was just a few months old. I had a wonderful childhood, always knowing I was adopted and adoption being talked about regularly in our home. Growing up I would ask questions to my biological family […]

  Program Highlights Nightlight’s Colombia Adoption Program stands out as one of the largest and most successful international adoption programs. This program is notably the fastest option for families open to adopting older children, offering a streamlined process and a wide range of support services. Program Success 2023 Achievements: 15 children joined their forever families. […]

  Most of the time the question is not, how will I love this child that is in my home, but how will I let this child go when they leave my home? Foster care is a unique experience where families are faced with the challenge of loving a child for a short period of […]

  Adoption is a complex journey that involves careful consideration of various factors, including the emotional, legal, and relational dynamics between adoptive parents, the child, and birth families. One aspect that is increasingly relevant today is the role of social media, particularly within the context of open adoption. As adoption practices continue to evolve and […]

  During your embryo adoption journey through Snowflakes, you might come across information about embryo quality and find yourself asking, "What do these letters and numbers mean?" Rest assured, you are not alone! Terms like embryo quality and embryo grading can seem complicated, but we are here to simplify things. What is Embryo Quality? Embryo […]

  India is a diverse and culturally rich country in South Asia, known for having one of the world’s 7 wonders, vibrant celebrations, and most populous country. Adoption in India has a long history, influenced by social, cultural, and legal changes over the decades. The country has developed a structured adoption system to address the […]

  Portugal is situated at the south-west point of Europe and includes the Madeira and Azores archipelagos in the Atlantic Ocean.  This is a country that has the oldest borders in Europe, with an exceptional range of different landscapes just a short distance away, lots of leisure activities and a unique cultural heritage, where tradition […]

  “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” Proverbs 16:9   Have you ever felt the Lord calling you to adopt a child in need? Any time someone brings up adoption do you sense a coaxing in your heart to stand in the gap for children who need safe […]

  The journey of embryo adoption is one filled with hope, anticipation, and dreams of parenthood. However, the path is not always straightforward, and sometimes, despite our best efforts and unwavering hope, we face the heartbreak of embryos not surviving the thaw or failed frozen embryo transfers (FETs). Today, I want to share our experience […]