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Honoring The Women Who Choose Adoption

Unplanned Pregnancy Counseling

Posted on May 3, 2026
by Kim Laube

The women who place a child for adoption rarely see their own strength, yet their decisions reveal extraordinary love — selfless, insightful, courageous, and hope‑filled. This article invites readers to look beyond the phrase “giving up” and honor the mothers whose sacrifice creates safety and possibility for their children.

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The Real Fears Behind Adoption Decisions

Unplanned Pregnancy Counseling

Posted on April 11, 2026
by Kim Laube

Women considering adoption often carry fears about their child’s future, the adoptive family’s safety, and the pain of saying goodbye. This guide offers compassionate, experience‑based insight into the three fears birth mothers express most — and the truths that can bring clarity, reassurance, and hope during an incredibly difficult decision.

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Barbara’s Story

Adoption

Posted on June 6, 2019

People ask me if I made the right decision all those years ago. I answer “Yes”.

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Unexpected Pregnancy – Unsure and Experiencing Doubts

Unplanned Pregnancy Counseling

Posted on September 22, 2018

As a birth mother, there are many factors for you to consider, and it is important for you to know that you are not alone throughout those decisions.

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A True, Chilling, LFS Christmas Story

Adoption

Posted on November 20, 2016

This is a true story of one woman’s experience at Lutheran Family Service. It has been our privilege to get to know Diane during the past year and we share her story with you today with identifying details changed and with her permission.   Christmas Eve fell on a Saturday in 1966. Like every other […]

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I’m Pregnant and Freaking Out!

Unplanned Pregnancy Counseling

Posted on June 21, 2016
by Audrey Winterhof

An unexpected pregnancy can turn your world upside down. Reach out and let us help you create a loving parenting or adoption plan for you and your child.

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To Hold Your Baby or Not

Unplanned Pregnancy Counseling

Posted on May 18, 2016
by Kim Laube

Once You’ve Decided to Place Your Baby for Adoption There have been several women I’ve assisted who determine not to have contact with their child once he or she is born if they have planned a semi-open or closed adoption.  Generally speaking they have two reasons for making that choice. First, and foremost, the women […]

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