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What Happens After We’re Chosen?

Getting the call that you've been chosen by an expectant mother is a moment you'll probably never forget. After weeks or months of waiting, it can feel like everything suddenly becomes real. Along with the excitement often comes a new set of emotions - joy, nervousness, hope, and uncertainty. Being chosen is an important milestone, but it is also the beginning of a new chapter in the

Why Does the Wait Feel So Hard?

Maybe you thought once the paperwork was finished and your profile was complete; things would start moving quickly. Instead, you may find yourself checking your phone constantly, wondering when your life will finally change. The waiting stage of adoption can feel emotionally exhausting in ways many people do not fully understand. One day you may feel hopeful and excited. The next, discouraged and emotionally drained. That