Adoption Stories

Adoption stories from mothers who placed their baby for adoption. Learn more about adoption from the unique perspective of mothers who have lovingly chosen to create an adoption plan.

There are several reasons why we chose adoption, but I have to say that the greatest reason was we weren’t ready. That sounds so strange since between us we already had five kids. I was 22 years old, and both of my children were under the age of five.

Through American Adoptions, my boyfriend, David, and I were able to choose a wonderful family for our son.

I was 20 when I found out that I was pregnant. I was unsure of how my parents would react to the news. I was almost 2 months along when I got up the courage to tell them. They were more understanding and supportive than I could have ever fathomed...

I am 22 years old and about seven months ago I was faced with what was and probably will ever be the hardest decision of my life. October 12, 2003, is the day that my life was forever changed...

I wanted him to have more than I could have given him. Not a day goes by that I don't think of him and know that he will have a good life...

I'm 20 years old and I gave my son up for adoption in January 2006...

I would recommend American Adoptions to anybody who is thinking of doing what I did or who wants to adopt a child. They helped me out and still are helping me. The people there are really nice and supportive. They make you smile when you talk to them and they give you a lot of options that I wasn't aware I had. I was very please with American Adoptions and I am sure that anyone who has very gone through them has said the same. Thank you for all you have done!

No one loses in adoption as far as I can tell. It may be hard and very sad sometimes, but there is no doubt in my mind that it is the BEST choice.

Thanks to American Adoptions and all the support they have given me. Special thanks to Angie and Michelle. I do not know if I would have made it through without them. Last but not least, thanks to Rob and Stephanie. You both have made this process the easiest it could possibly be. I could not have asked for two better people. Luke will be so proud to call you two his parents. You both are truly my angels sent from God. God bless you three. I love you with all my heart.

The reason I chose adoption is because I want the best for my baby. I am very thankful for American Adoptions...