Laura and Joyce
We're looking to adopt a baby
Hi! Welcome to our story! We are Laura and Joyce. We are so grateful that you are choosing to learn more about us as prospective parents.
We met in 2006 at the wedding of a mutual friend. We danced the night away and haven't looked back since. Joyce was living in NYC and Laura was in Philadelphia at the time, but we both knew the distance wasn't enough to keep us apart. Choosing Washington D.C. as our new home in 2009, we started enjoying the museums, cherry blossoms, and the friends we met. Since then, our journey has taken us to NYC, Tampa, FL, Harrisburg, PA, and finally back to Washington D.C., where we have been since 2019. Our love of travel, dogs, cycling, and great food has kept our relationship exciting throughout the years, and we both agree that over time our bond has grown stronger and stronger.
We started seriously talking about raising a child or children together around 2016. We knew we both wanted a family with children and from the start of the process, we knew that adoption was the right path forward. When we moved into our current four-bedroom house, we started actively preparing. In a way, we have been preparing to become parents for years and we are so excited to be part of the adoption process. Our dogs are patiently waiting for their new sibling to arrive.
Financial Support
Expectant mothers who choose to make an adoption plan may qualify for some level of financial assistance during their pregnancy. However, each person's situation and specific needs are different. Your adoption social worker can help you determine what level of assistance you qualify for and deserve. Many expectant mothers qualify for financial assistance to cover basic pregnancy and living expenses, including but not limited to - transportation reimbursement, utility assistance for phone, water, and electricity/gas, maternity clothing and supplements, etc.
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Navigating a pregnancy alone is never easy. Depending on your situation and location, you may qualify for financial assistance to help cover the cost of basic living expenses, such as food and groceries.
Medical Expenses
Receiving quality medical care during your pregnancy is vital to both your health and the health of your baby. If you choose to place your baby for adoption, all of your pregnancy-related medical expenses will be covered by the adoptive family.
Rent & Utilities
Women who choose to place their baby for adoption may receive financial assistance to help cover the cost of rent and utilities. If you feel that you'll need some help with these costs, it's important to talk to your adoption social worker about it early in the process.
Household Items
In order to have a healthy pregnancy, it's important that you have everything you need to lead a healthy lifestyle. The cost of some household items may be covered during your pregnancy.
Counseling
Placing a baby for adoption is a loving but incredibly challenging decision. Many women experience a range of emotions during this time and find that counseling is very helpful.
Transportation
If you need assistance with transportation, your adoption social worker can help you find the best solution. You may be eligible for help with transportation costs.
Blogs
Trip to taiwan
Earlier this month we were so blessed to visit the country of Taiwan. Laura, Joyce and Jocelyn (Joyce's sister) planned ...
Wedding in California
Joyce's cousin got married in Southern California and we were able to attend the festivities! They actually were married...
London visit- December 2023
In December Joyce and I were able to visit our family friends Xiomang and Eric and our godchildren Evie and Rosie in Eng...
Sports teams make the playoffs
Laura was fortunate to attend a NY Mets baseball playoff game this year! A Mets fan since birth, she and her father bond...
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Glimpses
Our photos will be available here as soon as we upload some. We're excited to share glimpses of our life with you!