So, many of you have asked for an update on our adoption. There really hasn't been anything to share because we are in a period where the communication is almost nil.
This week we decided to email our adoption coordinator to understand the exposure we are receiving and question her about the budget we have set. My friend Rhonda didn't understand how the budget works - so I will give you all a lesson. Each couple interested in adopting sets a match budget that will cover legal fees, agency fees, potential medical fees and potential living expenses. Then, when a birth mom shows interest in putting their baby up for adoption, a social worker from the adoption agency estimates the cost of an adoption for that particular birth mom. When your budget matches the birth mom's cost (as well as other factors such as medical history, race, etc), then your profile is given to the birth mom. So, you can understand that your budget is very important for your exposure to birth moms.
Our case worker, Angie, informed us that she thought our exposure was great. We have been active for 4.4 months and our profile is given out to 25 potential birth moms each month. She was comfortable with our budget - but said if we raise it by a couple of thousand dollars, our exposure could increase more than we think.
Angie went on to tell us that there has been some interest in our profile, but they are still analyzing the birth mom to see if she truly sees adoption as the option for her. She is due early next year. So, this is where you guys come in - we would love your thoughts and prayers. This is all we know for now, but we pray that the mom comes to a decision that will give her the peace of mind she deserves (whether that be to keep the baby or give it up for adoption).
I just thought I would share the update that we have since so many of you have asked.
Also - I know I posted these on facebook - but, I thought I would share these adorable chairs we had done (thanks mom!).
If you are loving these chairs - and hoping you can get your hands on one of them - well, if you live near Tyler, TX...go here for your cute chair needs.
Toodles!
Angela,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you posted an update I have been wondering. You guys and the perfect baby for yall have been on my heart a lot lately. I will just keep praying. I am amazed and sad that there have been 100 little ones that lives are being decided on in the past four months. Wow, that seems like such a large number! I am so thankful their mommies are chosing like for them.... one b/c one maybe blessed to call you Mommy, two b/c they are sure to be a blessing to many... I often think of the blessing YOU ARE to me and many others and that we could have missed out if your birthmom was not so brave in giving you life and finding a great home for you. Okay I am about to cry...like I said you have been on my heart so much lately. I love you dearly!
Crytal
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ReplyDeleteCrystal(I am pretty sure you know who it is:) )