Adoption as Unique as a ‘Snowflake’

Posted on December 15th, 2020

What memories do you have as a child around this time of year? Perhaps, like me it was the family gatherings, the gift exchanges, blessing those who are not so fortunate, or just watching the snow fall slowly down from … Read More

Infant Adoption Options: Where Should I Start?

Posted on December 8th, 2020

When considering alternatives for building a family, many people would like to begin with adopting an infant. Not only does it appear to be an easier transition into parenting, but it also opens the possibility of keeping in touch with … Read More

Writing Your Story

Posted on November 10th, 2020

Have you ever felt so down, you are ready to throw in the towel? After all, you have tried everything to start a family! Or have you? You have always desired to be a parent, yet somehow, something you thought … Read More

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

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