JJ and RJ
We're looking to adopt a baby
Hey there! We are JJ and RJ! Thank you for taking the time to learn about us and our will as prospective parents!
Let's take a trip to the summer of 2017, when we met online like most millennial couples do these days. Prior to meeting, we both moved from separate states back to where we grew up. It's almost as if the universe brought us back to the beginning so that we could build a new story for the future.
To break the ice, our first date was filled with conversations about our childhoods and what our plans were for the future over a spaghetti squash dinner - children were a huge part of that conversation.
A few more dates went by, and we began to realize that our relationship had the potential to be the one to "seal the deal". Our relationship continued to flourish over cross-fit classes, countless laughs, and inside jokes, which culminated in our tear-filled engagement at the end of 2018. Fast-forward to the summer of 2020, love was sealed as we were married during a global pandemic - a picture-perfect wedding with some impromptu details neither of us dreamed of.
With Covid-19 putting our honeymoon on pause, we decided to officially start planning for our family to grow. With our original plan of IVF falling through after complications with our gestational carrier, we decided to shift our focus towards adoption - because nothing would stop us from opening our hearts and sharing the life and love we have with a child.
Financial Support
Expectant mothers who choose to make an adoption plan may qualify for some level of financial assistance during their pregnancy. However, each person's situation and specific needs are different. Your adoption social worker can help you determine what level of assistance you qualify for and deserve. Many expectant mothers qualify for financial assistance to cover basic pregnancy and living expenses, including but not limited to - transportation reimbursement, utility assistance for phone, water, and electricity/gas, maternity clothing and supplements, etc.
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Navigating a pregnancy alone is never easy. Depending on your situation and location, you may qualify for financial assistance to help cover the cost of basic living expenses, such as food and groceries.
Medical Expenses
Receiving quality medical care during your pregnancy is vital to both your health and the health of your baby. If you choose to place your baby for adoption, all of your pregnancy-related medical expenses will be covered by the adoptive family.
Rent & Utilities
Women who choose to place their baby for adoption may receive financial assistance to help cover the cost of rent and utilities. If you feel that you'll need some help with these costs, it's important to talk to your adoption social worker about it early in the process.
Household Items
In order to have a healthy pregnancy, it's important that you have everything you need to lead a healthy lifestyle. The cost of some household items may be covered during your pregnancy.
Counseling
Placing a baby for adoption is a loving but incredibly challenging decision. Many women experience a range of emotions during this time and find that counseling is very helpful.
Transportation
If you need assistance with transportation, your adoption social worker can help you find the best solution. You may be eligible for help with transportation costs.
Glimpses
Our photos will be available here as soon as we upload some. We're excited to share glimpses of our life with you!