Adi & Mathew

Our story began in 2021, matched by an app but connected by something deeper from the very start. While we were a bit nervous at first, we quickly found ourselves talking with ease and comfort. We later walked along the beachfront, looking out at the starry sky, and talked about things that truly matter. It was a conversation that set the tone for everything to come.

After that night, our relationship unfolded naturally and joyfully. We spent time getting to know each other’s lives, families, and friends, falling more in love with each other every day. Our desire to build a family of our own grew stronger.

Years later, we made the decision to get married and buy our first home. At that point, there was no doubt in either of our minds about the future we were building together. Since then, every choice we’ve made—from our careers to the way we’ve set up our home—has been with the goal of creating a stable, loving, and joyful environment for our future children.

We live in a wonderful, family-oriented suburb in Illinois. Our neighborhood is the embodiment of a classic American community, with tree-lined streets and homes filled with families. It’s a common sight to see kids riding bikes and neighbors chatting on their front lawns.

Our two American Bullies, Nami and Jamie, are our first babies, whom we’ve raised since they were puppies. Going through the journey of potty training, discipline, and carefully socializing them has been a rewarding preview of parenthood. Nami is incredibly mischievous, caring, and intelligent. Jamie is our gentle guardian. He always wants to be included in whatever we're doing and is an excellent, watchful guard dog.

Family is our cornerstone, and for us, that means a rich tapestry of cultures and connections. Mathew’s third-generation Puerto Rican heritage gives our family its levity, fun, and its deep appreciation for strong, close-knit bonds. From Adi’s upbringing in Darjeeling, India, we carry forward the beautiful traditions, serene spirit, and unwavering commitment to respect and personal growth, a blending of his Indian and Nepali cultures. This foundation is strengthened by our very large, extended families, where siblings and cousins are our best friends, and grandparents are already dreaming of spoiling their future grandchild. Our life is filled with gatherings and traditions that honor all these roots.

Our chosen family is just as important. We have a close-knit group of friends, many of whom are young parents like we hope to be. We've been there for the births of their children and have firsthand experience with the joys and challenges of infant years, from diaper changes to late-night feedings. These friends are our village—the people we turn to for advice, support, and celebration. They represent the caring community that is ready to embrace your child with open arms.

Our home is already a beautiful blend of cultures, and this has directly shaped our most deeply held values: a profound respect for diversity, a love of lifelong learning, and the belief that our differences really do make us stronger.

We honor these values daily. Our shelves are filled with books from countless authors and perspectives. Our kitchen is a place where Puerto Rican spices share space with the flavors of India. For us, it’s a conscious effort to create an environment where curiosity is encouraged and different ways of life are celebrated.