Choosing a Family and Finding Strength
Barricading Herself in a Hotel Room Two weeks after her positive pregnancy test, Josephine barricaded herself in a hotel room to call an adoption agency. "I put the lock on…
From Addiction to Motherhood: Josephine’s Journey
In a city of over 10 million, the mother didn't feel alone. The faint flutter of a moth woke Josephine. She lay in the soft dark. Lights from distant Atlantic…
“Navigating Adoption: A Guide to Finding the Perfect Family for Your Child”
We're here to support you in finding the perfect adoptive family for your child. Here's a guide to lead you through the process: Step 1: Application Form Fill out the…
The Birth Mother’s Journey Ends Too Soon
"Adoption wasn't the first option I thought of," Ellie* looked up from inspecting her long, beautifully kept fingernails. She smiled slightly, her makeup less polished than in days past. Having…
Birth Mother Navigates Heartbreaking Miscarriage
Ellie* momentarily ceased wringing her hands to inte rcept her son's playful trot. Embracing her two-year-old tightly, he endured the hug before scampering off to retrieve a bright red fire…
COVID-19 and Pregnancy
At Heart to Heart we feel exceptionally fortunate none of our birth mothers have had significant issues with COVID-19. This is consistent with what the Mayo-Clinic has said that…
Birth Mother, Please, Read About Finding a Family
The home your child will live in is up to you. You decide the parenting plan. However, you need to communicate with us at Heart to Heart Adoptions so we…
Adopting Outside Your Home State
Nothing can describe the thrill and anticipation of first holding a child you are about to adopt. Crossing a state line without the proper paperwork is illegal. ICPC—Interstate Compact on…
Birth Mother’s Day–Things to Consider
Birth Mother’s Day is usually not a holiday marked on a traditional calendar. Cards for this holiday are not readily available. But those who have been touched by adoption know.The…
Birth Mothers, What are You Like?
What are birth mothers like?Birth mothers, what are you like?There is absolutely no way to answer those two questions.Birth mothers are some of the most diverse humans on the planet.Certainly,…