“I REALIZED THAT I’M NOT GIVING UP ANYTHING.” ANDREA’S ADOPTION STORY
Andrea, who placed her son for adoption, discusses her decision, the process and her relationship with her son’s family. Andrea discusses her open adoption plan
TAMMY’S ADOPTION STORY
My name is Tammy, and I placed my son, Max, a little over five years ago. I cherish the moments I have with Max and continue to see him as often as I can. I feel very lucky that my experience has been such a positive one, and I value and adore his new family. […]
LINDSAY DISCUSSES HER OPEN ADOPTION THROUGH THE CRADLE
Lindsay discusses her open adoption through The Cradle
EXPECTATIONS, REALITIES, AND CONNECTIONS
The Cradle was a household name for Linda Armstead January when she was growing up. Both she and her brother, David, were adopted from The Cradle in the 1970s, and their parents never hid the truth from them. In fact, their mother told them every detail she could remember, even at a time when the […]
THE WASON FAMILY ADOPTION STORY
Published June 2006 By The Cradle Staff When we began our adoption journey in February of 2005, we really did not know what to expect. The idea of open adoption was very new to us. In the beginning we were quite leery about the entire concept, but going through every step of the process from […]
NORA EXPLAINS CHOOSING A FAMILY
After deciding to make a plan of adoption for my daughter, Aerin, I asked my counselor how they would choose the adoptive parents. She smiled and said that was my decision to make, but I would first have to decide what qualities my ideal family would need. I could choose the age, race, religion, and […]
