I have exciting news… I'm adopting a newborn baby! I’m sure you’re wondering what caused me to make this decision. Well, this is my story…
In 2003, at 21 years old, I became pregnant. At the time, I was an active member of my church, so when church leaders encouraged me to have an abortion, I was devastated. I was in college, away from my family, and my child’s father was unsupportive—I felt completely alone. Against my better judgment, I followed the poor advice of the church leaders and made the biggest mistake of my life.
In the 20 years since that time, I have earned four degrees, established a successful career in nursing, and become a "village auntie" to several children, including my four godchildren. But something has always been missing. Like most women, I desire to be a mother, but as a single woman, motherhood felt like it was out of reach for me.
Once I began looking into the adoption process, the story of God's grace, mercy, and redemption became clear. Being a parent is not out of reach simply because I am a single woman; my journey to motherhood just looks different than most.
Instead of hosting a baby shower or registering for clothes and toys, I am mobilizing my community to support me through contributions toward my adoption fees. The average cost of a U.S. adoption is $35,000. I have already committed $10,000 toward my adoption fees and received a grant for another $10,000. I would love for you to consider joining me on this journey.
I know this is a big ask, but it is from the heart. As the saying goes, "It takes a village to raise a child." Please be an essential part of my village–let's adopt together.
Good morning, friends and family!
In this season of Thanksgiving, I am reflecting on how grateful I am for each of you. I sincerely appreciate your prayers, donations, and interest in my adoption journey. I’m sure you’re wondering where I am in the process. Well, I’m still waiting to be matched. This is the phase many call the “adoption wait.”
Waiting can be tough, but it can also be a blessing. This period of not knowing gives me the opportunity to plan and prepare, all the while increasing my faith. I have absolutely no control over what will occur, but I have faith that God will match me to the right expectant mother at the right time. I just need to remember that everything is coming together is His time, not my own.
Several of you have asked about a potential baby shower or registry. I have decided to create a registry and I will happily share it once I am matched. Before then, I will continue to wait patiently and pray. Please join me in prayer that I will have all the necessary finances to cover my unpaid maternity leave, that there will be an opening in the daycare of my choice once I am ready to return to work, and that God will provide a loving, supportive village of people to help guide and assist me as I take on the role of being a single mother.
Please also pray for the expectant mother and her well-being now, during childbirth, and after placement of the baby. Placing your baby for adoption is a very difficult, yet courageous thing to do. In all the excitement of me becoming a mother, I am well aware that someone else is forfeiting this role. Adoption is indeed bittersweet.
I’ll be sure to keep you all updated as I move along in the process. Thank you again for coming along side me in this special time.
With gratitude,
Tiffany
Hey, Team!!!
I am overwhelmed with joy after being awarded a $10,000 grant from Show Hope. With your donation and this grant, we have raised more than $21,000 toward my adoption fees. With another grant or two, I won’t need to apply for a loan—that’s the goal… NO DEBT.
I am forever grateful for your monetary donation, your prayers, and your support. I hope to have another update soon.
Watch the video below to learn more about Show Hope and consider supporting them as they support other adoptive families. I know they would really appreciate it.
https://youtu.be/GRgvMQsT1JU?si=VrIh_K_gwKUT44Do
Love,
Tiffany
Team Baby Montgomery,
Last week, I did something a little crazy via social media: I asked 42 people to donate $42 for my 42nd birthday. I was expecting this effort to yield $1,500 or so, but God exceeded my wildest expectations!!! We have now raised more than one-third of the adoption costs. I am overwhelmed by your kindness toward me and Baby Montgomery.
While waiting to be matched with an expectant mother, I am applying for grants and seeking loans to cover the remaining adoption expenses. Please keep these efforts in your prayers. Based on what He's already done, I believe God to do "exceedingly abundantly more than we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us" (Ephesians 3:20) again and again.
I love you all dearly, and I'm so glad you are on this journey with me!
Love,
Tiffany
My contract has been signed, my profile books have been received, and I am officially a waiting family. It can be two days or two years. Hopefully, I'll be a mom by the end of the year. Thank you for all of your support thus far. Now, it's time to wait (and pray).
My home study is now complete and I am overjoyed. The first and last visits were pretty simple, but that middle visit was a doozy. I’m glad I only had to have that experience once. Whew.
I should have my home study report in a few weeks and I will be officially licensed and waiting once the contract is signed and the first portion of my agency fees are paid.
As always, I am grateful for your support. I couldn’t do any of this without you!
Tiffany
