Not Biologically Ours, But Completely Our Son

Posted on July 28th, 2020

We tried to expand our family for 10 years. It started with fertility drugs, then several IUIs, then graduating to two failed IVFs. Shortly after the IVF cycles, I got pregnant naturally—twice within a year! Both ended in early miscarriages, … Read More

The Embryo Adoption Home Study: What Are Your Options?

Posted on July 6th, 2020

An adoption home study is an evaluation and educational tool used to help the adoption agency and you, as adopting parents, to determine your preparedness to parent through adoption. Some embryo adoption organizations require their recipient families to successfully complete … Read More

Embryo Adoption and the Adoption Tax Credit

Posted on April 14th, 2020

April 15th is Tax Day!* Filing your taxes can be a stressful time of the year. But understanding what you can credit or deduct can help make the process a bit smoother. There are many ways you may be able … Read More

The Story of the Very First Snowflake Baby

Posted on March 3rd, 2020

When John and Marlene Strege learned they wouldn't be able to have a child, they were devastated. Then Marlene asked the question that would change their lives: Can frozen embryos be adopted? The answer not only gave them their beloved … Read More

Six FAQs About the Embryo Adoption Home Study

Posted on February 25th, 2020

We spoke with Beth Button, a social worker with Nightlight Christian Adoptions, and asked what were the most commonly asked questions she gets about the embryo adoption specific home study, or Snowflakes Family Evaluation. Here are her answers to six … Read More

It’s 2020. Why Are We Terrified of Adoption Telling?

Posted on February 19th, 2020

This blog was originally published on LavenderLuz.com. How do I tell my child he’s adopted? And when? Rant: I’m frustrated that these questions still come up (and surprised because my readers are adoption-savvy, so I start thinking everyone is). Who … Read More

How to Prepare for Adoption Costs

Posted on January 21st, 2020

Adopting embryos can be an enormous undertaking. In addition to stress, excitement, and the unknown—there's also paperwork (A LOT of it), many doctor clinics, shipping logistics, and financial obligations. The financial component of an embryo adoption can take people by … Read More

Common Concerns with Embryo Adoption

Posted on November 5th, 2019

November is National Adoption Month! Embryo adoption is a unique option which can help families experience the joys and challenges of pregnancy and childbirth. But with any adoption program, you may have some concerns about the process, especially if you … Read More

Opening the Door on Open Adoption

Posted on October 22nd, 2019

“Open adoption sounds terrifying!” That is often one of the first sentiments I hear from couples who are considering adoption. While it has been proven to be beneficial for a families’ overall health, the term often means different things in … Read More

How Open Adoption is Beneficial for All

Posted on June 25th, 2019

When families research embryo adoption in the United States, sometimes they are surprised to learn that most agencies advocate for an open adoption between adopting and placing families. Did you know open adoption is now becoming the norm in the United States? Studies have shown this adoption … Read More

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