Cody & Brittany – Texas

Cody & Brittany – Texas

Cody & Brittany – Texas

Hello & Thank You,  


Thank you so much for considering us as potential adoptive parents for your child. My name is Brittany, and my husband is Cody. We have been together for over ten years and live here in Texas with our two young boys and three dogs. We feel incredibly blessed that you are taking the time to read our story as we pursue adoption to grow our family.


Adoption has always been close to our hearts. Even when we were young and best friends, we often talked about building a big family, long before we understood the medical challenges we would later face. Cody was adopted by his father at the age of two and grew up in a loving home with his parents and three siblings. I was raised in Colorado with my parents and sister, whom I love dearly. We are both blessed with large, supportive families who are excited to walk alongside us on this journey.


We truly cannot imagine the emotions you are feeling as you create an adoption plan. Your strength and selflessness are deeply admirable. We want you to feel comfortable, supported, and loved throughout this process. If you choose us, your child will always know their adoption story, the courage behind your decision, and where it all began. Your child will be surrounded by love in our home, with two fierce big brothers who will treasure them, dedicated parents, and a whole community of family and friends. No matter what decision you make, please know you will remain in our thoughts and prayers.


Cody and I have faced unimaginable challenges together, and through them we have built a marriage rooted in faith, strength, passion, and unconditional love. Our children are always our top priority. Cody’s dedication has allowed me to stay home and focus fully on raising our children, which has been an incredible blessing. He is hardworking, driven, and devoted to our family, and I am passionate about motherhood and caring for our children each day.


Our sons are truly our miracles. While I was able to carry both pregnancies, each came with life-threatening complications. After welcoming our second child, we knew that adoption was the path God was leading us toward. Over the past two years, we have prayerfully and thoughtfully considered this decision, and we believe adoption is the next step in making our family whole. Becoming parents has been the greatest joy of our lives, and we cannot wait to share that love with another child.


Love,


Cody & Brittany

Hello & Thank You,  


Thank you so much for considering us as potential adoptive parents for your child. My name is Brittany, and my husband is Cody. We have been together for over ten years and live here in Texas with our two young boys and three dogs. We feel incredibly blessed that you are taking the time to read our story as we pursue adoption to grow our family.



Adoption has always been close to our hearts. Even when we were young and best friends, we often talked about building a big family, long before we understood the medical challenges we would later face. Cody was adopted by his father at the age of two and grew up in a loving home with his parents and three siblings. I was raised in Colorado with my parents and sister, whom I love dearly. We are both blessed with large, supportive families who are excited to walk alongside us on this journey.


We truly cannot imagine the emotions you are feeling as you create an adoption plan. Your strength and selflessness are deeply admirable. We want you to feel comfortable, supported, and loved throughout this process. If you choose us, your child will always know their adoption story, the courage behind your decision, and where it all began. Your child will be surrounded by love in our home, with two fierce big brothers who will treasure them, dedicated parents, and a whole community of family and friends. No matter what decision you make, please know you will remain in our thoughts and prayers.


Cody and I have faced unimaginable challenges together, and through them we have built a marriage rooted in faith, strength, passion, and unconditional love. Our children are always our top priority. Cody’s dedication has allowed me to stay home and focus fully on raising our children, which has been an incredible blessing. He is hardworking, driven, and devoted to our family, and I am passionate about motherhood and caring for our children each day.


Our sons are truly our miracles. While I was able to carry both pregnancies, each came with life-threatening complications. After welcoming our second child, we knew that adoption was the path God was leading us toward. Over the past two years, we have prayerfully and thoughtfully considered this decision, and we believe adoption is the next step in making our family whole. Becoming parents has been the greatest joy of our lives, and we cannot wait to share that love with another child.


Love,


Cody & Brittany

Meet Cody

Meet Dan

Dan is the most amazing person on the planet. He is everything that I ever wanted in a husband, and our son, Garrett, is so lucky to have him as a father. He is kind, patient, and hard-working. He loves to spend his free time playing with Garrett and teaching him new things. I am 

so proud of the parent he is; Dan was meant to be a father. 

Meet Brittany

Meet Brittany

Brittany is the love of my life and my best friend. She is the heart of our family. She loves traveling, working out, and spending time with the people she cares about most. Anyone who knows Brittany knows she loves deeply—selflessly, endlessly, and with a strength and grace that never stops amazing me.



One of our greatest blessings is that Brittany is able to stay home and raise our boys. Knowing they are loved, guided, and nurtured by their mom every day means everything to our family. They thrive because of her patience, consistency, and unwavering devotion, and our future child will be just as blessed.


Brittany fills our children’s days with love, learning, laughter, and adventure. From outdoor exploring to museums, parks, and library events, she keeps them active, curious, and always feeling safe and supported.


She is an incredible mother, a loyal friend, and the woman I am so proud to call my wife. Our family and our home are full because of her, and I am endlessly grateful for the life we are building together.

Occupation 

Stay-at-home Mom/Nursing/Social work


Education

Bachelor's Degree


Hobby

Running, traveling & being a Mom!


Favorite Family Activity

Traveling


Favorite Food

Sushi 


Favorite Holiday

Christmas & Valentines

 

Favorite Place to Travel

Florida

Brittany is the love of my life and my best friend. She is the heart of our family. She enjoys traveling, working out, and spending time with the people she loves. Anyone who truly knows Brittany knows that she loves with her whole heart—selflessly, endlessly, and with a strength and grace that never ceases to amaze me.


One of the greatest gifts in our lives is that Brittany is able to stay home and raise our boys. There is nothing more important to our family than knowing our children are loved, guided, and nurtured by their mom every single day. Her patience, devotion, and sacrifice cannot be measured. Our boys thrive because of her presence, consistency, and love. Our future child will be just as blessed.


Brittany fills our children’s days with love, learning, laughter, and adventure. Whether she’s exploring outdoors, keeping them engaged with activities, or simply being their safe place, they stay active and curious. They love museums, parks, and library events.


She is an incredible mother, a loyal friend, and the woman I am proud to call my wife. Our family is strong because of her. Our home is full because of her. I am endlessly grateful for the life we are building together and for raising our children with such a loving, devoted, and extraordinary woman.

Cody & Brittany - Getting to Know Us

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Our Story

We first met when we were just 12 years old. Our families knew each other through mutual friends, and we like to call it fate. Even though we lived in different states, we somehow stayed connected through dial-up internet and long-distance calling cards.


We were best friends, growing up together through all of life’s twists and turns. If you had told me back then that we would be where we are today, I would have thought you were crazy. We started dating in college and spent years doing long distance, flying back and forth to see each other. It wasn’t easy, but we made it work.


In 2016, I moved to Texas. Cody proposed in 2018, and we chose the simplest, most intimate backyard wedding with just the two of us. It was easy, beautiful, and filled with the sweetest memories. In 2019, we celebrated again with a larger wedding in Colorado, surrounded by friends and family, honoring the journey we had shared.



Years later, we look back with overwhelming gratitude for the life we’ve built together. Through every season, we have remained best friends and deeply in love. The life we share today is more than we ever imagined and a gift we are endlessly thankful for.

Meet Liam &  Kallum

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Meet Liam & Kallum

Liam is our two-pound miracle, born at just 29 weeks. We had a rough start, but from the very beginning, he has been a fighter, and that strength is something we deeply admire. His ability to love anyone and anything is truly incredible. Liam is kind, adventurous, and full of love. He often asks us for another baby, and it’s clear there is nothing he loves more than being a big brother.


Liam adores his dogs and takes pride in helping care for them. We spend much of our time outside enjoying sports, especially baseball, which he loves. He also enjoys traveling, cooking, searching for Pokémon cards or special action figures, and riding his hoverboard.


Kallum is our amazing, sweet, and sensitive little boy. Cute as a button, he absolutely adores spending time with his momma. He loves soccer, being outside, playing in the sandbox, riding his bike, and reading books. Kallum’s gentle nature makes him such a kind and caring little boy, and we know he will be wonderful with a new addition to our family. When we talk to him about a baby, he gets so excited and can’t wait to teach them about “Hulk smash.”



Kallum also loves spending time with his Grammy, Gigi, and his cousins. He came into our lives at exactly the moment our family needed him.

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Our Home

We moved into our home when Kallum was a newborn, and we immediately knew it would be the perfect place to raise our kids.


While we both dream of having land someday, we chose our current home because it’s in a wonderful school district. Our home is cozy, clean, and mostly organized, and we love hosting, so we often have friends and family over.



With four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, it was important to us that each of our children has their own room and space to grow, play, and be creative.

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Cody's Family

My family lives in Texas, and we are very close. I come from a large family where spending time together has always been important. My parents have three children and six grandchildren.


My brother and his wife live nearby and have three kids—two girls and a boy. Even though they travel a lot, we are grateful to have them close and love spending time together. My sister lives farther away but always comes home for major holidays. She works in pharmaceuticals and is married with a young son.



My extended family—including my grandmother, aunts, and uncles—is also very close. They spend a lot of time with our children, and their love and support mean so much to me. My grandmother and uncle made my childhood so special, and those family bonds continue to shape our lives today.

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Brittany's Family

My family is incredibly involved in our lives, and we spend as much time together as possible. Even with some distance between states, you would never know it—we love taking turns traveling to see one another.


My mom works in healthcare and has been my best friend since I was a little girl. She lives on a small piece of land with a pony and a pig, and her backyard is a favorite gathering place for all the children. Gigi absolutely adores her grandkids and spoils them endlessly. She is our biggest supporter and an incredible mother and grandmother.



I am extremely close with my sister, Ashley. She works for the county and is married with two children. They mean the world to both Cody and me, and outside of being parents, being an aunt and uncle is one of our greatest joys.


My dad works for the city and lives nearby. Papa is fun, adventurous, and adored by his grandchildren—especially for his love of four-wheelers, trucks, dirt bikes, and anything with a motor. My cousins, aunts, grandmother, and extended family are also very close, and living nearby allows us to spend lots of time together on weekends, vacations, and holidays.

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Our Pups

This is Romeo, our sweet boxer, Neo, our playful Australian mountain doodle, and Benny, our spunky French bulldog. Our fur babies are truly part of our family. They absolutely adore the kids and love being right by our side. When we travel, they travel with us.



Both of our children share such special bonds with the dogs and love walking them, playing with them, and teaching them new tricks. Romeo is our laid-back, loving guy, while Neo and Benny are high-energy and full of personality. Together, they keep our home lively, joyful, and full of love.

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Our friends truly feel like chosen family, and they mean so much to us. We spend a lot of time together, supporting one another and raising our children as a village, which is incredibly important to me.



One of Brittany’s childhood best friends recently adopted two children just one year apart, and it has been such an amazing journey to watch. We can’t wait for them to share in ours!


From backyard pool days and bike rides to birthdays, weekend trips, and holidays, we are often together. We rotate hosting and celebrating, and our friend group is so excited to welcome a new child into our family.

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Say Yes to Adventure 

Family vacations mean a lot to us. Over the past few years, we’ve spent time together exploring places like the Texas coast, Florida’s beaches, and Colorado, which we visit several times a year. The kids especially love the mountains, the snow, and spotting wildlife along the way. Most of our trips are centered around being outdoors—swimming, spending time at the beach, and simply exploring together.



We recently took our first family trip to Disney World, which was such a special experience, and it’s only made us more excited for future adventures. Traveling as a family gives us the chance to slow down, be present with one another, and make memories we’ll always treasure.

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Jose & Daniella - Texas

By Brittany Carvalho • February 13, 2026
Hello & Thank You , First, we want to thank you for taking a look into our lives and reviewing our book. We can’t even begin to understand what you are going through, but we pray that God continues to give you strength and courage through all the emotions you are feeling. We know that you are a selfless woman just by knowing that you are choosing to create an adoption plan for your child. Our names are Jose and Daniella. We met each other in 2014, and we got married in 2016. A year later, we began trying to have a child of our own. After three years of seeing a fertility doctor and seven years of trying different treatments, we were unsuccessful. Jose and I want to expand our family, and we know adoption is the answer to our prayers. We both have siblings we grew up with, and we hope that we are able to add another sibling to expand our love and family in the near future. We want you to know that your child is already loved by so many, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many more family members. We promise to raise your child with unconditional love, provide many life skills, compassion, respect, morals, and provide any education your child dreams of. We also believe in God and would love to raise your child knowing who God is. If you choose us to be part of your adoption plan, we can assure you that we will share your child’s adoption story with them from the very beginning. We will celebrate the love you have for them and honor the decision you made. Thank you once again for this opportunity to get to know us. This process has been one we prayed and cried about, as having a family of our own has been a difficult journey for us both. As you glance through our book, we pray that you see the love we share with each other, our families, our faith, and the joy we have for the future journey we have prayed about. Whichever decision you make, we want you to know that you will forever be in our prayers. Sincerely, Jose & Daniella

Matthew & Brittni – Wisconsin

By Brittany Carvalho • February 6, 2026
Hello & Thank You , We Are Matt, Brittni, Braelyn, and Noah! So, who are we really? We are an "always on the go, planning countless trips to the waterpark" type of family. We're full of joy and laughter, and we treat every day as a blessing. Whether it's making a late-night ice cream run in our jammies or cozying up for bedtime snuggles, we savor the simple moments together. We're excited to add another member to our crew and share more Disney adventures, backyard campfires, morning coffee and muffins, and all the love we have to offer. Our journey hasn't always been easy, but it has deepened our relationship and strengthened our faith. From a young age, adoption was something we talked about, prayed for, and felt called to pursue. We've been blessed to have loved ones in our family who are adopted, and we know firsthand how love transcends all circumstances, unconditional and boundless. Coming from large families with close-knit sibling and parent relationships, we've always known we wanted children to fill our hearts and home.  We have one biological child, Braelyn, who fills our lives with indescribable joy. After complications following Braelyn's birth and the life-saving measures that were needed, we are unable to carry another child. After years of prayers, opening our hearts to foster children, and difficult decisions, God led us to pursue adoption. In 2022, we were blessed beyond measure to welcome our sweet little guy, Noah, into our family through adoption. His arrival forever changed our lives in the best possible way, and we are so thankful to have him and his birth family as part of our story. As parents, our main goal has always been and will always be to embrace the uniqueness and individuality of our children. We are their biggest cheerleaders, helping them grow, thrive, and know the deep blessing they are to us. Each child is gifted with their own strengths and interests, and it is our mission to create a loving, safe space where their creativity can flourish and where they always feel comfortable sharing their hearts, passions, and dreams. We promise to provide a joyful, loving home where they can be silly, radiate their true selves, and feel completely at peace. We are beyond excited to continue this beautiful journey and add another child to our family, creating lasting memories and traditions that will span the years. We cannot begin to fully understand the selfless and brave choice you have made in choosing adoption for your child, but we hope that, as you get to know us, you will find comfort, support, and reassurance in each step of this journey. Sincerely, Matthew & Brittni

Josh & Caitlin – Louisiana

By Brittany Carvalho • February 5, 2026
Hello & Thank You , It is nice to "meet" you. Thank you so much for taking the time to read this letter about us. Our names are Caitlin and Josh. We cannot begin to imagine what you may be feeling right now, but we know that you love your baby deeply and want what is best for them. We admire and respect you for your decision to create an adoption plan and recognize the courage and strength it takes to get here. We have been married for 10 years and have wanted to start a family for a long time. After going through IVF and experiencing losses, we felt God calling us to adoption. Two years ago, we were blessed to become parents through the adoption of our daughter. She is truly the answer to every prayer we have ever prayed. We would love for her to grow up with a sibling and feel called to adopt again. We have a wonderful open adoption with our daughter’s birth mom and hope to have that same kind of relationship with you if that is something you would like. We are Christian and very family-oriented with large, loving families close by. It is important to us that our daughter and any future children grow up surrounded by love and support from not just us but from our extended family as well. We are blessed to see our families often and to travel together for holidays and special occasions. It brings us such joy to watch our daughter play with her cousins and experience those special family moments. Our greatest hope is to raise our children to know and love the Lord above all else. We want them to be kind, strong, and self-sufficient with a good work ethic and confidence in who they are. We will always encourage them to discover their passions and will support them however we can so they can reach any goal they may have for the future. We are eager to share more with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this journey. We pray for peace and health through the time ahead. We are happy to answer any questions that you may have about us. We appreciate your time and consideration and would love the opportunity to share more with you. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you on this journey. We are praying for your peace and health in the days ahead, and we would be honored to answer any questions you may have about us. Sincerely, Josh & Caitlin

Lane & Bre - Texas

By Brittany Carvalho • February 4, 2026
Hello & Thank You , Thank you for considering us to be parents of your child. We cannot imagine what you’re going through and how difficult this must be, but we admire your strength and the love you have for your child. My name is Bre, and my husband is Lane. We began dating in 2018 and were married in 2021. Adoption has been on my heart since before we were married. By our fourth date, I shared with Lane that I likely wouldn’t be able to have kids biologically, and that adoption would likely be the route to starting a family. It may have been early in a relationship for such a heavy conversation, but luckily, it didn’t scare Lane in the least bit. His steady support only deepened my love for him. We are excited to grow our family and can’t wait to be parents. I was a teacher for many years and now work in an administrative role at a school. Between my time in education, time spent with friends’ children, and the wonderful moments I share with my niece and nephews, I’ve gained a lot of experience with children and love spending time with them. Lane is a project manager and enjoys the work-life balance his job provides. He has no work travel and very predictable hours, which we feel will be ideal when raising a child. Lane is amazing with our friends’ kids, our godchildren, and his niece and nephews, all of whom adore him. He’s always the favorite among the kids; they love playing and interacting with Lane and think he is so much fun. We are fortunate to have a huge community of friends and family all nearby. We spend a lot of time with them, and your child will be surrounded by that same love and support. We promise your child a warm, loving home filled with fun, safety, family traditions, and unique experiences. Your child will always be encouraged to cultivate their interests, value learning, embrace their individuality, experience new things, and embody kindness. We will be honest and open with your child about who they are, where they come from, and how much they are loved by both you and us. Whatever your decision may be, thank you for taking the time to consider us. Sincerely, Lane & Bre

Nick & Chelsea – Texas

By Brittany Carvalho • February 3, 2026
Hello & Thank You , We are Chelsea and Nick, and we are truly honored and grateful that you are considering us as potential adoptive parents for your child. We want to acknowledge the immense courage and strength it takes to choose adoption, and we deeply appreciate the thought and care you are giving to this decision. Our journey to adoption has been deeply personal. While we have faced struggles with infertility, our desire to adopt began long before we were married. Growing up, Chelsea was surrounded by adoption. Two of her siblings, her aunt, and her uncle were all adopted, so building a family this way has always felt natural to her. Our faith in God plays a central role in our lives, guiding us to love, serve, and trust His plan. Adoption reflects the love and grace we believe He has shown us, and it is a path we hold very dear. After facing challenges and experiencing a loss, we were so blessed to welcome our daughter, Sofia, into our lives through adoption. She is everything to us, our little miracle and a daily reminder that love and hope can turn any hardship into something beautiful. For us, adoption represents not only the joy and love of expanding our family but also the incredible strength and love of parents like you who make this choice. We are surrounded by family and friends who have embraced our journey and who share in our joy and commitment to providing a nurturing and supportive home. As parents, we hope to offer a child a home where they will feel cherished and encouraged to grow, celebrate their uniqueness, and pursue their dreams in every way possible. Should we be chosen, we want your child to always know how special, wanted, and deeply loved they are—not only by our family and us but also by you. We want you to know that you will always hold a meaningful and cherished place in their life and in our family. Please know that your decision, whatever it may be, is honored and supported. Thank you for considering us as potential adoptive parents and for the hope you bring to families like ours. Please know that you are in our prayers. With heartfelt appreciation, Nick & Chelsea

Andy & Mandy - Wisconsin

By Brittany Carvalho • February 1, 2026
Hello & Thank You , We want to thank you for taking the time to get to know us. While we cannot imagine the feelings you have or will experience in your decision to create an adoption plan for your child, we hope you feel loved and supported, and we personally want you to know how brave and selfless we think you are. We are Andy and Mandy, and we currently share our home and lives with 2 very different yet equally fun and snuggly doggos, Sophie and Maxx. Andy and I have been married for 8 years and together for just over 20 years. Our early years in our relationship were spent having fun, growing as individuals and as a couple, and then establishing our careers. We knew early into our marriage we wanted a family. We tried for years to grow our family on our own, but through many different tests and treatments, we realized that may not be something we are able to do. Throughout our relationship, we had always been open to adoption; many friends and family have shared their journey with adoption and fostering, so our hearts were always open to this, and we have seen that biology doesn’t define the love and care provided to a child. Because of our family's experience in adoption and fostering, we know the importance of your child understanding their birth story, where they came from, and how truly special they and their birth family are to us. If you decide to make an adoption plan with us, we want you to know how loved not only your child will be, but also how cared for and supported you will be. We are so grateful for your time and hope that our profile provides you the insight into our lives, the people we are, and the love, care, and security we can provide. We want to offer you our sincerest support and wish for you to know what an honor and blessing you may be giving our family we are chosen to be the adoptive parents for your child. Sincerely,  Andy & Mandy

Jason & Vanessa – Texas

By Brittany Carvalho • January 30, 2026
Hello & Thank You , Thank you so much for taking the time to get to know us. We cannot begin to understand the emotions you may be feeling or what you may be going through, but we recognize your courage and feel truly honored that you would consider us. We want to share a little bit about our family with you. We are Jason, Vanessa, and Alex. We have always wanted to have a family and have known for some time that adoption would be our choice for building a family. I, Vanessa, learned as a teenager that I would not be able to have biological children. When we began dating, I told Jason about my experience with infertility, and I was moved by his support and openness to adoption. In 2023, we were blessed to be matched with amazing birth parents when Alexander was born. Our hearts have been so full, and we have been so grateful to become Alex’s adoptive parents. Both our lives have been touched by adoption. As a toddler, I was adopted by my stepdad, and Jason has a cousin who adopted children after fostering. We also have friends who have adopted, and we have a close friend whose sister placed her child for adoption. We've listened to their experiences to help us understand their unique stories and perspectives. We have a wonderful relationship with Alex’s birth parents. We have in-person visits with them and regularly share photos and updates through texts. We look forward to getting to know you and welcome an open adoption relationship that feels comfortable and right for you. We believe it is important for your child to know their adoption story and that your decision was made from a place of deep love. They will know how special they and their birth family are. We are so excited for the opportunity to build our family. We are committed to providing a loving, nurturing, stable home for your child to thrive. For us, parenting means having unconditional love, lots of story times, holding space for our children’s emotions, encouraging their curiosity, enjoying the outdoors, laughter, faith, and spending time with friends and extended family. We appreciate your time and consideration. We will continue to pray for you and the decision you are making. We truly hope you feel at peace with the decision that feels right for you. Sincerely, Jason & Vanessa

Joe & Dani – Wisconsin

By Brittany Carvalho • January 29, 2026
Hello & Thank You , We are Dani, Joe, Emerson, and Benjamin. Nice to meet you! We are so grateful to you for taking the time to get to know us a little better. We realize you may be feeling many different emotions at this time, and we want you to know that we will be supportive of you and your child. We will care about you, too. Our hope in creating this book is that you'll feel the love, laughter, and joy in our daily lives and our adventures, and be able to imagine what a life with us could be like for your child. We have two children, Benjamin and Emerson. After complications from Dani's pregnancy with Emerson that led to a hysterectomy, Dani is no longer able to carry a child. In 2023, we adopted our son, Benjamin, and have an open relationship with his birth family. We are so grateful to his birth family for choosing us and trusting us to raise their child. We are excited to grow our family once again through adoption and are thankful to you for taking the time to get to know us. If you choose us, your child will grow up alongside two sweet and playful big brothers who are curious, energetic, and full of love. They will also have a gentle golden retriever nearby for snuggles and games of fetch. Our home is filled with laughter and connection, and we are intentional about creating a space where our children feel secure, encouraged, and deeply loved. We acknowledge that you have a very important role in your child’s life, and we would like to have an open adoption so that your child will know their story. It is important to us that we honor your wishes regarding the level of openness you would like in your child’s life. We will keep the promises we make together and always put your child’s needs at the center of our decisions. We both value kindness, curiosity, humor, and a love of learning, and we strive to model those values every day. We want our children to grow up feeling unconditionally loved, seen, heard, and supported. Even when life feels challenging, we face it together and always put our kids first. We are so excited to grow our family through adoption and would be honored to give your child that same love and support. Thank you for taking the time to read our story. We would truly love to get to know you. With Love, Joe & Dani

George & Ashley – Wisconsin

By Brittany Carvalho • January 28, 2026
Hello & Thank You , We’d like to start by saying how much we admire your courage and selflessness in creating an adoption plan. We recognize you have an overwhelming decision to make, and we are devoted to providing love and support. If you would like us to, we would be honored to walk this journey with you.  Adoption has been a lifelong dream for both of us. We believe sharing the joys of life and this beautiful world with a child is life's greatest blessing. My name is Ashley, and my husband of nine years is George. Four years ago, we were blessed to welcome our daughter Gianna through adoption. Adoption has always been deeply personal to us because it shaped both of our families. My older brother and I were adopted by our father at different times in our lives, and George’s close-knit extended family continues to grow through adoption. Family means everything to us. Your child will grow up surrounded by cousins who understand family is created through love, not blood. Our large supportive family has so much unconditional love to share. We want your baby to grow up knowing they were chosen and loved from the very beginning. In our family, culture is celebrated daily. Our daughter, Gianna, is biracial, and we are committed to supporting her identity by surrounding her with pride and belonging. We cook dinner together every night, filling our home with music, stories, and the flavors of the places we come from. We travel often, seek out communities that reflect our children, and participate in local cultural festivals and events. We would do the same for any child who joins our family. We respect you and this journey. If chosen, we are fully open to communication in any way which feels right to you, from pictures and updates to in-person visits. It is in a child’s best interest to have a large and loving support system. We want your baby to always know where they come from and how loved they have been from the very beginning. We have an authentic, close relationship with Gianna’s birth parents, and we would hope for a similar relationship with you if that is what you desire. Thank you again for taking the time to get to know us. We are forever grateful for the chance to grow our family. Sharing this journey with you would be our honor. Love, George & Ashley
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