Mark and Letty
We're looking to adopt a baby
In our family, when you say, “We are not heading to the lake,” everyone knows what you mean. You don’t need to give the name. It’s been a destination for 5 generations. Our property has gone from a sleepy summer cottage to a home. We spend summer weekends swimming in the clear water, skiing and fishing. There are turtles and frogs to catch and friends to see. Some of our neighbors have been friends of Mark since elementary school. Our view across the lake is forest.
We go for late nigh boat rides to watch fireworks 4th of July fireworks launched over the lake.
Thanksgiving is spent up there. We sled, ice skate, and toboggan in the winter wonderland when the lake freezes over. We can’t wait to share these special family times with a baby.
Financial Support
Expectant mothers who choose to make an adoption plan may qualify for some level of financial assistance during their pregnancy. However, each person's situation and specific needs are different. Your adoption social worker can help you determine what level of assistance you qualify for and deserve. Many expectant mothers qualify for financial assistance to cover basic pregnancy and living expenses, including but not limited to - transportation reimbursement, utility assistance for phone, water, and electricity/gas, maternity clothing and supplements, etc.
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Navigating a pregnancy alone is never easy. Depending on your situation and location, you may qualify for financial assistance to help cover the cost of basic living expenses, such as food and groceries.
Medical Expenses
Receiving quality medical care during your pregnancy is vital to both your health and the health of your baby. If you choose to place your baby for adoption, all of your pregnancy-related medical expenses will be covered by the adoptive family.
Rent & Utilities
Women who choose to place their baby for adoption may receive financial assistance to help cover the cost of rent and utilities. If you feel that you'll need some help with these costs, it's important to talk to your adoption social worker about it early in the process.
Household Items
In order to have a healthy pregnancy, it's important that you have everything you need to lead a healthy lifestyle. The cost of some household items may be covered during your pregnancy.
Counseling
Placing a baby for adoption is a loving but incredibly challenging decision. Many women experience a range of emotions during this time and find that counseling is very helpful.
Transportation
If you need assistance with transportation, your adoption social worker can help you find the best solution. You may be eligible for help with transportation costs.
Blogs
Our Traditions
Each year in December we go as a family to pick out a Christmas tree. Decorating the tree on the following day with orna...
At The Lake in the Winter
My family has had a cottage on a wooded lake in Northern Indiana since the early 1900's. As a kid I spent weekends up th...
In an Honest Light
Although a family might be "sheltered-in," that doesn't mean they cannot make a unique video or take an interesting pict...
A New Chapter: Embracing the Journey of Adoption
Adoption is more than a legal process — it's a beautiful act of love that brings families together in extraordinary ways...
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Glimpses
Our photos will be available here as soon as we upload some. We're excited to share glimpses of our life with you!