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My Choice contains both self curated and shared content to help all involved in the adoption process.


9 Things to Know about Adoption in Oregon and Washington (2020)
One of our clients, after weighing the pros and cons of making an adoption plan, concluded: ”I just want my baby to have a beautiful life.”
Sep 23, 2020


How could someone put her baby up for adoption? (I could never do that!)
I visited a Pregnancy and Parenting class at a high school a few years back. I was invited by the teacher of the class to explain
Sep 16, 2020


Adoption. Get Off The List.
Recently I learned about a sweet baby who was born with several medical conditions that his birth mom decided was too much for her to handle
Sep 10, 2020


What Are The Best Adoption Agencies in Oregon in 2021?
For over 50 years, Choice Adoptions has been there for thousands of women who are unexpectedly pregnant
Sep 8, 2020


5 Successful Adoption Fundraising Tips: A Real Adoption Success Story
Adoption is personal to me; it’s always been a part of my life. My dad, as well as some other family members, was adopted.
Sep 8, 2020


Why does adoption cost so much?
I know a lot of parents who come to us and are considering adoption want to know, “Why does adoption cost so much?”
Sep 8, 2020


Pregnancy Options: 4 Options Available During the Coronavirus Pandemic
There are moments in life when we all feel in over our head. Maybe for you that feeling has never been more present than right now
Sep 8, 2020


Unexpected Pregnancy: What To Do Now? 6 questions you have asked us.
Here are some of the questions we hear all the time. "I'm not sure I'm ready to parent...what about my job, family, college or my future.
Sep 8, 2020


If I work with an adoption agency am I obligated to place my baby?
The short answer is No. Adoption agencies exist to help you fully understand what pregnancy choices you have and to answer any questions you
Sep 8, 2020


Are adoptions still going ahead?
We have been busier than ever at Choice Adoptions during this COVID season. But we’ve had to figure a few things out...
Sep 8, 2020


Why adoption may not be for you
Before you discredit this article, I will start by saying, I am adopted, I am a person of color in a Caucasian home. My hope is that sharing
Sep 8, 2020


What does Allyship mean?
Have you ever had a really great ally? Someone who you knew without a doubt was in your corner 100%? Not someone who “wants the best for you
Sep 8, 2020


Can Child Welfare just take my baby away?
“Can Child Welfare just take my baby away?” If you’ve thought about this, we want you to know that you are not alone. You’ve waited and...
Sep 8, 2020


Adoption in Entertainment
As part of Choice’s celebration of National Adoption Month, this week we’re discussing books, movies, and shows that discuss adoption....
Sep 8, 2020


The Wagners: A Superfamily Story!
Washington Family Ranch welcomes thousands of people every year for a chance to unwind, have fun and connect with God and the outdoors....
Sep 8, 2020


The leaves are falling. The season is changing. Fall is upon us.
The weather is colder, the air is crisper, and the mountains are beginning to be covered in snow. For some people, this change of season...
Sep 8, 2020


Why do we care so much about women with unexpected pregnancies?
There’s a question we’ve been asked time and time again here at Choice: “Why do you care so much about women with unexpected...
Sep 8, 2020


Hurricane Dorian: The Aftermath
Moments of loss, pain, and suffering have a way of putting everything else into perspective. Over the past week, as Hurricane Dorian has...
Sep 8, 2020


Gemini and Taryn: A Birth mom and Advocate Story
When I first met Gemini, I was introduced to a gorgeous, petite young woman rocking a short curly haircut, with big purple plastic rimmed...
Sep 8, 2020


Kaitlin: A Birth Mother Story
Kaitlin: A Birth Mother Story Why did you choose adoption?
A: The second I found out I was pregnant, I knew I couldn’t raise him or her
Sep 8, 2020
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