Adopters' blogs

A collection of blog posts from people like you who have adopted children. We have adoption blogs covering the whole adoption process, from choosing your adoption agency, preparation training, family finding, and life as a parent of adopted children. Read adopters' experiences in their own words.

Sisters in Silhouette Looking out to Sea at Sunset

Marie & Andrew - The Girl Who Learnt to be a Child

Marie and Andrew adopted their three children through Adoption Focus. In this post Andrew writes about their older daughter and reassuring her that it's OK for her to be a child.

Three small children on a seesaw at dusk

Marie & Andrew - Stuck in the Middle

Marie and Andrew adopted their three children through Adoption Focus. In this post Andrew pays tribute to their middle child.

Little boy walking away alongside a fountain

Marie & Andrew - About a Boy

Marie and Andrew adopted their three children through Adoption Focus. They both write blogs about their experiences and in this post Andrew writes about their son.

Adopters Laura and Adam in silhouette with their children

Laura & Adam - The Moment We Knew

Laura and Adam adopted their son and daughter through Adoption Focus. In this blog post, Laura remembers how they instantly knew they'd found their children.

Woman, child and dog walking toward a rainbow with blue sky background

Mummy, Mamma & Weeman - Two Becomes Three

My wife and I wanted a family and we spent a lot of money trying. I just thought I’d never be a mother. One day after another failed attempt and a broken heart my wife said, “Can we stop now?” I agreed.