Meet Waiting Families

The Cradle has a wonderful group of families waiting to adopt a baby. Here are some of the letters and pictures our waiting families have compiled as a way to introduce themselves to you. Rest assured that all of The Cradle's families have been thoroughly screened to ensure that every baby we place is going to a safe and loving home.

Please feel free to connect with us to learn more about any of these families either via e-mail or calling 1-800-272-3534.

Sharon & Warren Dear Birthparent(s), We are Warren and Sharon and we thank you for taking the time to learn more about who we are. An open adoption for your child may be the single most important decision you ever make in your life. We only hope that your decision brings you peace. OUR EXPERIENCE WITH ADOPTION: Warren has a direct connection with adoption. He was raised by two loving parents who adopted hi... View Family

Blythe & Hsuan "It is only with the heart that one can see rightly." The Little Prince, Antoine de St. Exupery Would you consider making an adoption plan with two bookworms who are already starting their future child's collection of bedtime stories? We are Blythe and Hsuan (pronounced "Shen"), and since we've decided to adopt, we've been gathering the books we hope to share with our child: Green Eggs and... View Family

Kim & Chris Dear Birthparent(s), Hi! We are Kim and Chris. A great leader once said, "Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step." Our journey to have a child has involved many steps that we didn't foresee, and we are excited about building our family through adoption. We truly love children and are eager to create a loving and happy home for a child. ... View Family

Eric & E.J. Dear Birthparent(s), We're Eric and E.J. A little over a year ago we moved to Chicago from Hong Kong, China, where Eric's job had taken us. It was a great adventure, but we were ready to become parents -- which required that we come home and begin our long planned process to adopt. Many years ago, we decided that adoption was how we would to become fathers. We were thrilled to learn that open ... View Family

Maribeth & Kevin Dear Birthparent(s), We would like to thank you for taking the time to read our letter and to learn more about us, just as we are very interested in learning more about you. We are Kevin and Maribeth and we would like to tell you how we came to choose adoption as our way of building a family, in part based on our personal experiences with adoption. We believe that fate and angels intervened ... View Family

John Dear Birthparent, The difficult we do right away -- The impossible takes a little bit longer. This phrase, which I learned from my dad, has not only been a source of hope and encouragement in my life, but it has also been a solid framework for dealing with the challenges I have faced in life. Over time, I've learned that the most important word in that saying is "we." Even when it seem... View Family

Carrie & Kevin Dear Birthparent, We are thrilled to think that we may be the family you are looking for. Your decision is unimaginable hard. We can't begin to put ourselves in your position. Our experience with infertility has taught us that so many people believe that they know what they would do "if they were you". We know that unless you have stood at that crossroad in life and had to choose a path, you ca... View Family

Mary & Tom Dear BirthParent(s) Hi there. We are Mary, Tom & Maggie and we want to thank you for considering us as you contemplate an adoption plan for your child. What an honor! We admire the strength and selflessness you must have to consider this option. Whatever road you choose to go down we wish you much peace with your choice. We became a family through adoption and it has been a really great experie... View Family

Amy & Jay Dear Birthparent(s): Hello! We are Amy and Jay and we are delighted that you are taking the time to read our letter. We hope to share with you our story of how two unsuspecting college students met, heard angels sing (yes, we said angels), fell in love, and have arrived at our most exciting journey yet in 12 years of marriage -- our journey of adopting a child. We truly believe that life is a s... View Family

Denise & Stephen Dear Loving Birthparent(s): What does a spunky, Latina girl with a passion for photos see in an intellectual, bookworm, Scandinavian guy who is really a kid-at-heart? Love, faith, family, fun! Love guides us through this world. Faith makes us strong and completes us. Family gives us life and completes us. Fun adds some excitement and spices it up! Different circumstances in our lives have bro... View Family

Virginia & Todd Dear Birthparent(s), "Why is the sky blue?" If a youngster in this house springs this question, we'll all learn it together. There's a world of stuff to learn and see and do, and getting there should be part of the fun. For all of us. And if all goes well, one day we may even know a little more about blue skies. HOWDY! We're Virginia and Todd and this profile will let you know a little bit... View Family

Lisa & Kyle "All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them." -- Walt Disney Dear Birthparent(s), As young children, we dreamed of fun and fantasy -- knights in shining armor and fairy princesses. Later, we dreamed of what we'd be when we grew up -- a doctor, a lawyer, or maybe even President. As young adults, we began to dream of that special someone who'd make our life complete. A... View Family

Jill & Tim Dear Birthparent(s), Hi, we are Jill and Tim. Thank you for choosing to read our letter and considering us for adoption of your child. We understand that this is a difficult decision and two different paths have brought us together. We hope you are able to get to know us better in the next few pages. We decided to start a family since we have been married almost eight years and are settled i... View Family

Jenny & George WHO ARE WE??? We are Jenny and George and we are one of the most fun-loving, easy going, crazy and honest couples you will ever meet. What sets us apart from most couples? We like to think it is that we have fun being in each other's company. We love to vacation, spend time with our dogs, work on our house; all of the stuff married people like to do. What really makes us different is even after... View Family

Kim & Rick Dear Birthparent(s), We are Kim and Rick Engstrom. Thank you for taking the time to read our letter and considering us for the adoption of your child. We hope that it will give you a better feel for us and help your adoption plan for you and your baby. We admire your strength and courage in considering adoption for your child. OUR BEGINNING: We have been married for twelve years. Our father... View Family

Megan & Shay Dear Birthparent(s), Hi, we are Megan and Shay. We want to thank you for taking the time to get to know us and read a little about our lives. We know this is probably a difficult time and wish you peace in your decision. SHAY I was born on the northeast coast of County Antrim in Ireland in a little village called Ballintoy. The home I was raised in faces the Atlantic Ocean and on a very ... View Family

David & Steven Dear Birthparent(s), We've talked about being parents for a long time, over 10 years. We discussed our dreams of creating a family through adoption and all the joys children would bring to us. So here we are now, 14 years together in a stable, trusting relationship. We're confident in our choice to grow our family through adoption, excited to be parents, and readying ourselves to provide a lovi... View Family

Liz & Jim "HAVE FUN WITH YOUR BABY!!!" - Anna, our niece, at age 4. A week after we were married, our 4 year old niece, Anna, (who just assumed that the stork would be dropping off a baby soon) walked up and instructed us in a loud voice: "HAVE FUN WITH YOUR BABY!" With a confused look, we asked, "What are you talking about?" Anna replied "I SAID, WHEN YOU HAVE A BABY, HAVE FUN WITH IT!!" At the time... View Family

Ann & Jerry Dear Birthparents, What does a Chicago city boy have to do with a Texas cowgirl? The answer would be Ann and Jerry, a fun loving couple who enjoys life and would like to add to our family. We are hoping that this letter will give you a glimpse into our lives and help you learn more about us and how we would like to share our lives with a child. OUR FAMILY We would like to raise a child in... View Family

Becky & Jen Dear Birthparents, Can you imagine your child having 36 cousins spread across 9 states? How about a Grandpa with a paper route? Can you picture your child boogie boarding, complaining about music lessons, reading Dr. Seuss, being soothed by mother's lullaby, or smelling the fresh summer air while bicycling along Lake Michigan? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then we'd love... View Family