Adoption is more than a single event, rather, it is a process that requires preparation, compassion and understanding.

We work with couples in the San Diego and Southern California area so they are able to attend ongoing educational programs. We want to get to know you and visit your home so we can feel confident that we know our families.

	First, we educate you. Many of your fears can be allayed once we dispel some of the adoption "myths" or misconceptions you may have about open adoption, birthparents, the costs and the "waiting period". Common Questions
	We help you to create a  "Dear Birthmother" letter to be shown to birth parents that are sincerely seeking stable, loving couples who are ready to adopt.
	We understand it is discouraging for couples to sit for years on a "waiting list", so we limit the number of couples we work with. No one can guarantee when you’ll adopt but most of our couples adopt within months rather than years.
	We understand that you have felt isolated as you've gone through the painful path of infertility. We provide educational workshops and monthly support groups for all prospective adopting couples because couples may feel isolated when going through the adoption process.
	We are non-profit and our fees are on a sliding scale according to income. Most couples also qualify for a federal $10,000 tax credit.
	Your fees provide ongoing support and education to women who may be facing an unplanned pregnancy.Counseling and Support groups are available to birthparents at no charge to them.
	We provide educational services about open adoption to the community through the media and public speaking engagements at schools, family planning centers, medical clinics, churches, youth and community organizations which reach young people at risk for crisis pregnancy.