Last summer I took three of my sons to the Little League World Series. When we arrived, I realized how incredibly crowded this complex was and knew that it would be tough to keep my excited, always-looking-for-a-little-independence children at my side all day. So, I pointed to a specific welcome booth and told them that […]

Nightlight, the National Council for Adoption and children all around the world need your help. The Children in Families First Act is a congressional effort to make change for children all over the world. It would improve the way intercountry adoption works – leaving less children languishing and moving more families towards thriving. It would […]

The following is from an update from A Helping Hand, a Nightlight Affiliate office. Suubi or Joan, as most of you know her, first came into the Tender Hearts Baby Home on August 5, 2012. The baby's home directors named her Joan Suubi. Suubi in Lugandan means hope. We were told that Suubi had been […]

The following is one of our favorite stories from the Nightlight Summer Reunion Picnic. This year's Summer Picnic is set for this Saturday, July 20th. For more information or to register, please visit the 2013 Summer Picnic Page of our website. THE BLESSING OF ADOPTING OLDER CHILDREN By Suzanne Murray It was three years ago […]

Adam and Melanie initially were interested in adopting children under the age of four years old. When they heard about two brothers in Uganda named Aaron (approximately age 7) and Enoch (approximately age 5), they committed their decision to prayer. They felt the Lord calling them to adopt these boys. They immediately began the work […]

Please enjoy this video from Colleen Marquez talking about her book "A Gift for Little Tree". See how her struggles with infertility lead to a new perspective and changed her heart toward adoption.

Congratulations to the Nightlight Colorado adoption agency professional staff! On Tuesday of this week the state of Colorado adoption licensing division visited our offices for their annual review of our services. The licensing staff completed a thorough examination of our adoption services over the past year and makes note of any areas of deficiency needing […]

Learning about a country's history is often important and helpful when deciding where to adopt from. Even though many countries have a dirty and saddening past with their orphan care, it can still be inspiring and helpful in your search for adoption. A recent article published in the Scientific American focuses on Romania and a […]

The Following is a press release for the "Love Me, Feed Me" book written by Katja Rowell, MD. St. Paul, MN August 14, 2012 – Feeding and weight worries are a significant source of conflict for families today, and fostering and adopting families face additional challenges. Love Me, Feed Me is a relationship-building, practical guide to […]

Have you come across a hard time of noticing difference with your adopted child? Your child may be at that stage where they are noticing biological differences or may be more curious about where they come from. What you can do to make your adopted child feel more included and apart of your family? This […]