by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Sep 20, 2025 | Adoption journey, Christian Adoption
All of us have goals, whether we know it or not. Common goals might be to save for the future, or to travel, buy a home or a new car, or purchase items we need and want to make our lives more enjoyable. As an adoptive mother and through years of working with...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Jan 5, 2025 | Adoption, Adoption journey
In domestic infant adoption, the wait to be chosen by a birth mother can be a challenge for hopeful adoptive parents. The adoption process can be hard work, so it helps to have as much support as possible along the way to keep you going. Adoption poetry and quotes are...
by Heather Featherston | Dec 3, 2024 | Adoption journey, Adoption Prayer
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks…” -1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Are you searching for just the right Christmas gift for someone who’s been touched by adoption? Or perhaps you’d like to send your child’s birth mother a special gift. In that case, adoption...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Oct 20, 2024 | Adoption journey
I didn’t give you the gift of life, But in my heart I know. The love I feel is deep and real, As if it had been so. For us to have each other Is like a dream come true! No, I didn’t give you The gift of life, Life gave me the gift of you. –...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Aug 6, 2023 | Adoption journey, Adoptive parenting
Many hopeful Christian adoptive parents wonder if they should plan a baby shower once they have been matched with a birth mother. It’s natural to want to celebrate with friends and family as you prepare for your new addition, but there is still a lot of...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Nov 6, 2022 | Adoption journey
During your adoption journey, you may need additional help to work through some of the emotions you face. Getting help from a licensed counselor is a great way to help you address your challenges and feelings. Also, adoption counseling will help you get fully prepared...