Every adoption is a lifelong journey. Family for Life is about ensuring that Gladney's clients are cared for and supported through every step of that journey. The Post Adoption Support team brings together counseling and support resources to enhance the lives of all members of the Gladney family ..read more

If you are pregnant and considering adoption, the first step is to educate yourself about the adoption process and your options. Here are some steps you can take: Consider your feelings: Think about how you feel about adoption and how it may affect you emotionally. It's important to be honest with yourself about your feelings and talk with someone you trust about your decision. Learn about your options: There are different types of adoptions, including open, semi-open, and closed adoptions. Each type of adoption involves different levels of contact with the adoptive family and your child. L ..read more

We are thankful when birth mothers share their adoption stories. It's another reminder that you are not alone.    "My adoption with my daughter has been amazing!! The process was very emotional and a very tough decision. I was brought up very spoiled and in a very comfortable home and I just wasn’t able to provide that for a baby. I wanted to, but my relationship with her birth father was HORRIBLE. Fun fact, I am actually adopted as well. My birth mom is from the Dallas/Fort Worth area. She picked my parents when she was about 5 months pregnant with me. I always knew I was adopted ..read more

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Making an adoption plan for your child is hard emotionally and physically. There will be moments of grief and feelings of loss. There will also be moments of joy and  love for the life you created and the gift of a bright future that you provided for your child. You can experience joy and pain at the same time ..read more

Meet Elizabeth, an Options Counselor, at the Gladney Center for Adoption. Elizabeth travels to you and and talks with you about adoption services we offer, what adoption plan you want to make for you and your child, and is ready to meet your needs ..read more

Pam shares her story about facing an unplanned pregnancy as a young single mother. She talks about why abortion and parenting were not the best options for her and her unborn baby. She also shares the important role her doctor played in helping her pursue adoption ..read more

We know that making an adoption plan for your child is not an easy decision. It's not easy to carry a child to term, raise a child, or to choose another family to parent your child. But make no mistake - these sacrifices make you a very special person. Jennifer is one of these special people ..read more

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