Birth Mother Crochets For Herself, Her Baby, and Etsy
Salena* has learned to surround herself with soft yarn.Weaving a blanket out of chunky cotton thread for her son soothed her and helped her overcome a near debilitating episode of…
Adoption Laws Vary By State
Adoption can be complicated both emotionally and legally. At Heart to Heart, we accept these complications and work hard to help you navigate both the emotional and legal components of…
Recent Placement–Stork Situation
Guest writer Paul C We came across Heart to Heart thanks to the adoption consultant we were working with within Florida (The Adoption Consultancy is the group's name). Ultimately, we…
When Not to Adopt!
Guest writer—An adopted teenager I’m adopted, and even though my parents were some of the best, I have over the years accumulated a list of things I think people should…
Two Brothers and Their BLM Battle Ends at Jamba Juice
“Recently I find myself the subject of accusatory glares.” “Stop wearing the ugly hat,” his brother replied. Brother 1 felt so strongly about his beliefs he uncharacteristically ignored the ugly hat…
“I’ll Have My Birth Mom Adopt Me Back,” My Daughter Threatened
Guest Blogger “You can’t tell anyone.” My 30-year-old daughter had called to confined in me. “Promise you won’t even tell dad until everything is over. Promise?” “I promise,” I said…
Denial Came First–An Open Adoption Next
When both lines distinctly appeared on the pregnancy test, denial came first. The tears followed. Hot, quick, silent sobs were next. Silent because this was a secret. Fear followed the…