Articles & Stories: Single Parenting

Family Stories

Good Night, Sweet Nicholas
by Judy
Adoption was something I had always been open to-even while in high school and college. I always felt that if I could not become pregnant, I would adopt.

My Journey to Ethiopia
by Laurie S
As with so many journeys this one started almost 18 months prior to the actual travel. The decision to adopt is one filled with so many emotions, from excitement to fear and everything in between.

Nicki's Smile
by Tanya M
I turned 40 in February of 2000. I had been thinking about adoption for many years and decided it was time to get started.

Two Makes a Family
by Laura H
I've wanted to be a mom since I was 5 years old, so I never imagined that I would reach my late 30's and not be married or have children.

"You Love Me Ever, Ever, Ever"
by Barb D
It has been a wonderful, whirlwind year for Tiki and me. She turned 8 years old on November 7 and we had her adoption "finalization" in court on November 17.