dear expectant mother
Dear Expectant Mother,
We want to tell you how much we admire your strength and selflessness. We know considering adoption for your baby is a difficult decision to make. Please know that if you choose us, we will love your baby unconditionally, and they will know about the brave and loving decision you made to give us a gift we could not give ourselves.
We have been praying for you and your baby. We pray God continues to give you strength and that you will find peace and comfort as you choose a family to love your baby. Choosing us means your baby will be fully embraced by our family and friends. They will be loved, encouraged, safe, and supported. We want you to know we are here with you during this journey. You are not alone.
We would be forever grateful for the opportunity to know you and share with you. We know our paths crossing is an opportunity God has given us to create a beautiful story. Thank you for considering us and hopefully giving us the opportunity to love your child forever.
About Us
Our story began when our families moved in across the street from each other. While getting to know each other, we found a common interest in soccer. We joined a team together, and the rest is history. Brandon likes to stay active and always brings joy and laughter to the room. Rachel is a very kindhearted and loving person who is always up for an adventure. Brandon works as the Youth Pastor at our church, and Rachel is a postpartum and pediatric nurse. Our work weeks are very flexible, giving us a lot of quality time together. We enjoy spending time outdoors with our two dogs, Maverick and Dakota. We also enjoy spending time with friends and family. We love traveling to new places and experiencing other cultures.
Our Home & Pets
We live in a cozy suburban home with our two dogs. Our home is surrounded by beautiful paths and parks that are often full of families enjoying the sunshine. From our bedroom window, we can see the elementary school, which is just one street over from us. Our two dogs love going for walks through the neighborhood. Dakota is our five-year-old husky; he is very gentle and loving. Dakota also loves to share his opinion on things. Maverick is our one-year-old malamute; he is such a cuddly and playful dog. He has a lot of fun taking all of the toys out of his toybox. They love car rides and visiting our family.
Our Extended Family
Brandon’s family loves getting together to hang out. Brandon has three brothers all relatively close in age, and they all get along really well. We have two nieces and two nephews on Brandon’s side, and we both love spoiling them. Two years ago Brandon’s family took a vacation to Disney World. We celebrated anniversaries and birthdays and had an amazing time together. We have many traditions, but one of our favorites is during Christmastime when all 20+ of us gather together at his grandparents’.
Rachel’s family is more spread out throughout the U.S., but we are fortunate to have her parents close by. Rachel has two sisters and three brothers. We also have four nephews on Rachel’s side. Rachel’s grandparents recently moved in with her parents, and we enjoy spending time with them and hearing their stories. Because Rachel’s family is so spread out, they try to get together every few years for a big family Thanksgiving.
Our dream is that our children will be able to grow up close to their grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. We also have many close friends we consider family. Everyone is so excited for and supportive of our decision to adopt.
What Led Us To Adoption
We began the journey to grow our family about three years ago without success. We have always felt we were called to adopt, and while we were going through fertility treatments, we really felt like God was growing that calling in our hearts. We began our adoption journey before we finished our fertility treatments. Our excitement around adoption continued to grow, so we decided to stop pursuing treatment. We are excited to share our home and all of the love we have through the blessing of adoption.
Fun Facts
About Rachel
| Occupation | Pediatric and Postpartum Nurse |
|---|---|
| Education | Bachelor’s |
| Race | Caucasian |
| Favorite Hobby | Hiking, crafting, traveling |
| Favorite Movie | Life Is Beautiful |
| Favorite Sport | Soccer, dirt biking, gymnastics |
| Favorite Music Group | Needtobreathe |
| Favorite TV Show | Friends |
| Favorite Subject in School | Anything science |
| Favorite Tradition | New pajamas on Christmas Eve |
| Dream Vacation | Greece |
About Brandon
| Occupation | Youth Pastor |
|---|---|
| Education | Bachelor’s |
| Race | Caucasian |
| Favorite Hobby | Working out, home projects, traveling |
| Favorite Movie | Star Wars |
| Favorite Sport | Soccer, baseball, hockey |
| Favorite Music Group | For King and Country |
| Favorite TV Show | Psych |
| Favorite Subject in School | Recess |
| Favorite Tradition | Special holiday foods |
| Dream Vacation | New Zealand |
Contact Rachel & Brandon
Choose a Family for
Your Baby With Confidence
As you browse our list of hopeful adoptive parents, you can feel confident in knowing that all of the adoptive families working with Angel Adoption are prepared to offer your baby a safe, stable, and loving environment along with a wealth of opportunities for a happy and fulfilling life.
Each adoptive parent has been thoroughly evaluated through a home study course conducted by a licensed agency. A completed home study means the family is emotionally, physically, and financially ready to adopt a baby.
The home study process includes assessments of each parent’s character, marital stability, financial situation, lifestyle, and medical history. The agency also runs background checks to verify there is no record of criminal activity or child abuse. In addition, a social worker will inspect the family’s home to ensure it is a safe environment for a child.
Furthermore, Angel Adoption requires each family to be educated on adopting and parenting. After a baby has been placed with the adoptive family, a social worker will continue to monitor and supervise the family. We go to great lengths to make sure all the families you have to choose from are going to be excellent parents for your baby!
Not sure how to start? See our How to Choose an Adoptive Family resource page.
If you need more help, you’re always welcome to contact us any time!