Our Adoption Journey - Meet Ethel Rose

We are beyond thrilled to share our story and the precious moments that were captured on the day our baby girl was placed in our arms. Our hearts have exploded with all the joy in the world.
Here’s our little Ethel Rose!
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[@karinyoung3648]

I was born in January 1964. Adopted one month later. But it was not final for 1 year. For one year my folks loved me and took care care of me and held their breath.Lucky me, I was allowed to stay and they were the best parents. Thank you birth mom. you made the right choice and I love you.

[@CarolynTainter1]

Adoption is wonderful, I know, when I was 3 years old I was adopted. My adoptive parents are gone now but they gave me a wonderful childhood.

[@viziq9701]

Is it not as expensive for someone from Cali to adopt there?

[@micheledickey4066]

I so love that this mamma is breastfeeding!! Way to go!!!

[@raissakimberly9841]

She's such an amazing momma, she went all of her way to research, learn and took meds to nurse her daughter, this is so beautiful! My heart is warm. She's such an lucky girl! 💗🇧🇷 Much love from Brazil.

[@kristingallo2158]

Just my personal opinion but adoptions should not cost 60-80 grand. If a woman wants another woman to parent her baby the government should mind it's own business. Babies should not be sold. Seriously

[@Flyonangelwings4]

Kristin Gallo yes and no. It should definitely be cheaper but keep in mind if it was free anyone could adopt and some people should really not be given the chance to do so.

[@kristingallo2158]

@@Flyonangelwings4 some biological parents are neglectful or abusive. I'm saying that if my teen brothers girlfriend wants to give me her baby (I'm a mom anyways so 1 more doesn't make a difference) then the government should not charge me to raise my own family. In my opinion the government has way to much control over personal lives. Theres no test for who will be abusive and who won't. My father was a coach in a suburb but drank daily and beat me. My husband's mother was broke and alone but his childhood was way better than mine. If 2 women make a decision it should be theirs alone

[@kendraknox8835]

Kristin Gallo r u for real? I get what u mean about abusive people shouldn’t get given the chance but 1 more child makes a whole lot of difference. Your talking about somebody’s life u know. That child would no longer be a only child anymore, think about the costs and general bills I was a teen mum I’ve got 3 children and trust me that second child was a huge change so make sure you actually think about it. No hate btw.

[@kristingallo2158]

@@kendraknox8835 not in my life it doesn't. I raised 4 step children oldest is 22, took custody of my brother who is now 18 and I have 4 I gave birth to oldest is 12 youngest is 18 months. So no, one more makes no difference in my life. You either prioritize family or you want things. And my point on abuse is people think a big bank account and good job makes someone "decent" and a good person, but that's not how real life works. Diapers cost about 25 dollars a month, people say it's to expensive to take care of babies, but these same people will drop 800 on a new iPhone every year and spend hundreds on beauty products every month.

[@kristingallo2158]

@@kendraknox8835 I'm a 37 year old married woman. Lmao. I've been a mother since I was 23. I had 3 in a row on top of step children. I know what taking care of children means. Some of us still like big families.

[@deonnesingh5309]

I'm happy for this couple but can't help but think of the birth mum, her courage and selflessness. If you are seeing this birth mum I think you are the real shinning light of this story and I'm praying that you are ok x

[@thetbos6566]

Yesssss!!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@adventuresinwinetasting4347]

Beautiful story :-) So happy for you all ! Your baby is sweet. My daughter gave two of her babies up for adoption. Both are open and we get pictures and updates. It truly is a gift that keeps on giving for all involved. I know both of my grandchildren are loved and cared for.

[@nafuregal1288]

Your house looks like a Pinterest board. Very talented w decorating style! :) Congrats beautiful family! Prayers , blessings + gratitude to birth mom too!

[@latina305mami]

I appreciate those people that adopt and love those children. And for the mother who decided to give her child for adoption, instead of abortion.

[@suegoulding1341]

YOU are a lovely family! BOTH of you have a lot of empathy for animals so you are going to be wonderful parents also Ethel will be brought up to love animals!!

[@CWJKAJchicago]

Thank you for shairng! As someone who recently learned that I was adopted, it gives me a sense of the joy that my parents experienced when they adopted me within my first month. You'll make amazing parents!!! God bless you!!!

[@karenglausen4340]

One thousand kisses a day...the recipe for a wonderful family.

[@henriettahenson]

That is the cutest baby @Ethel was my favorite Aunts name who lived an amazing life to the age of 98....I wish a Long@ happy healthy life to Ethel Rose 💙🙏💙🌈

[@melodyyy7954]

She is the most lucky little daughter ever

[@niviamaeva]

Well, as an adoptive mother I must to tell you that the couple is the lucky ones 🥰🎈🌺

[@thetbos6566]

Amen to that! 😊

[@melodyyy7954]

@@thetbos6566 love u guys

[@serendipity4365]

So impressed by the way the video was done. Such beautiful angle shots, looks so professional. Love ur adoption story too. Something tells me that the two of you will have your biological baby someday...

[@kaniraras]

what a lovely home! stay happy & healthy, baby Ethel Rose!

[@lisataylor5010]

OMG this was so sweet!

[@asmrdearest5992]

I cant imagine growing a baby inside my belly and giving it away after 9 months. I have a girl of my own and i can cry only by thinking about it

[@nj7836]

Wow nice

[@heatherdooty5665]

Well with all due respect not everybody has the proper support to be able to keep their baby... Jus sayin

[@asmrdearest5992]

@@heatherdooty5665 i know, i just cant imagine giving my baby away. I come a very poor time while i had my baby. I had 200 euros per month to travel with train and feed myself. I crawled out of that world to make sure i made enough money to support my baby. It was'nt planned i had her. Sorry bad english, english is my second language. Im just saying if you realllllly want something.. you'll work it out. The bond you create with a fetus is magical. Not seeing that baby turn into an adult.. breaks my heart

[@sumasuma5648]

Me too, it really hurts me sending my baby to a daycare while i go to college, but i have no choice.

[@norabarrykeane5315]

Cue the tears. What a beautiful story! My baby had the exact same due date! First day of summer

[@thetbos6566]

Awww yay!!! Yes our babes birthdays are coming up SOON! How does time fly so fast?? 😭❤️

[@naomivantonder1161]

Oh how stunning to be a mother and to have a baby in the house. Hope she brings you lots of joy.

[@thetbos6566]

Thank you! Our hearts are full ❤️

[@sharonfloyd6288]

Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl. Such a blessing.💕💕

[@mackenzieb2218]

this is incredible. God is the greatest. This is the first Canadian adoption video I've seen!! Sending you love and prayers from Edmonton

[@thetbos6566]

Oh THANK YOU!! What kind words. God had a plan all along. Who knew it would be this magnificent?!!

[@joannewilloughby7428]

Congratulations and Sending love from Nova Scotia 💞 God bless your beautiful family

[@squirrelboss7067]

What a lovely couple, lovely home and beautiful angel! I’m really happy for them I hope their lives continue to be blessed.❤️🥰👶🏻

[@jeniferquinan5440]

What a loverly story. It make me feel better about the world we live in.

[@MegaCaprice123]

Beautiful story with a beautiful baby girl. You both sound such a wonderful couple . Ethel Rose will be truly blessed with such loving parents.💖

[@thetbos6566]

Thank you!!

[@sweetdelight723]

My heart goes out to the birth mum. I can’t imagine giving up my child xx good luck

[@FJ2TheMan]

Exactly. I feel for the birth mom.

[@colleeninprayer1498]

She is gorgeous and so are you two. 💖

[@clurkroberts2650]

Little baby Ethel Rose, soooo cute. And you guys are all smiles! Wonderful video of what happiness is. Thanks for sharing.

[@smaxrob]

Thank you for sharing!!! We're in the middle of it now... closer to the beginning, actually. I'd LOVE if you did an induced lactation video! 🙌🏼😍

[@thetbos6566]

Hey there. I just posted a new video on this 😃 kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJS3q5KXjs-Ef5I

[@mjoverocker6072]

Congratulations on y'alls family ❤️ she is so beautiful and precious

[@FunkMasterJunk]

Thanks for the awesome video and sharing your story. Its really inspiring and amazing to see the process work. We are being faced with the same problems. Our emotions are all over the place and we are now beginning to talk about adoption. This video was a wonderful story that really opened a lot of dialogue between my wife and I. Thank-you.

[@thetbos6566]

Hi. Thanks for your comment. I’m so glad this video was encouraging to you guys. All the best to you and your wife, and the journey you’re on.

[@whitneywall8460]

That is wonderful I am so excited for you guys I can't wait to see what she looks like when she grows up

[@thetbos6566]

Thank you!

[@anamaria-zo5ym]

Ohh my goodness,she is beautiful,a doll.God bless you all.💓✌🙏

[@debralawrence3582]

In fact everytime I watch this it just seems more and more beautiful

[@avac6872]

omg that baby is adorable!💕

[@nancyforoughi5517]

Beautiful baby!

[@missahmed9392]

Ethal is so Adorable😍

[@NB-ky5ol]

It’s hard to let go of your child. Much respect to the mother who chose a better life for her child. I’ve been in her position, while I ultimately decided to keep my daughter I’ve been there looking through those profiles. It’s not an easy choice but thank you for choosing life.

[@marymn11]

such a great video. babies...from wherever, however, are such awesome gifts. we have had quite a few adoptions in our friends and families. so, I subscribed to see you all grow in God's love together.

[@bs.26]

She is sooo adorable..Definitely Heaven send gift 🎁 for you🥰 May our heavenly god provides the wisdom and all blessings to both of you on your Journey with Ethel...

[@thetbos6566]

Thank you so much!

[@monkeemamajo]

Thanks for sharing!! What a blessing!! 💕

[@wilmaheger7276]

She is a bundle of love! But you both too!! May God bless you all.

[@debrawalters9746]

What a beautiful adoption story. Congratulations and thank you for sharing. God bless you ❤️

[@thetbos6566]

Thank you!

[@siwangmoita8962]

Amazing.. God bless you

[@ileanadecastro5899]

God bless this new family!

[@archanaacharya606]

Such a cute baby and lovely parents .God bless you .

[@hb688]

In the first clip i thought you guys were going to adopt the pig!!! I love this video❤❤❤

[@dontmindme.imjustafraidofe9327]

I’m going to have a mixture of adopted and biological children, I wouldn’t want either of the children to be the *“only bio kid”* or the *“only adopted kid.”* I want to have a beautiful family living in a beautiful house with an amazing husband. I can’t wait for the rest of my life. I’m so excited.

[@dontmindme.imjustafraidofe9327]

ce collie Aw, thank you. I hope to be!

[@lallred1911]

I don't know how it is in Canada, but in the US you can adopt children from foster care. The waiting time and the expenses are much less than a private adoption. Check it out! You may decide that this is the best way for you to build your family.

[@Donnaploss]

What a precious gift!!

[@patriciakelly69]

She’s a real cutie. X

[@Amacott99]

How absolutely beautiful......I’m in awe❤️❤️❤️

[@odapty]

Love it❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👏🏽👏🏽❤️❤️

[@goatgirl61]

How is she nursing ??? Hormones ??? Any who congratulations

[@katdumpling4624]

Very normal for adopted mothers to breastfeed their babies. Maternal instinct and having the equipment to do so. The stimulation of baby suckling increases likelihood.

[@TammyLC]

There are medications the adopted mother can take that’ll help her produce milk. Sometimes, it works & sometimes it doesn’t. She’ll also have to pump in order to stimulate the breast/milk glands to produce milk. It usually takes months of pumping(ALL the time) & taking the meds to be able to breastfeed. Just all depends on the woman.

[@TammyLC]

Kat E takes a lot more than just suckling. It’s a process with medicine & pumping.

[@andreanne8228]

Thank you for the answers! I had no idea it could be done!

[@jessz7428]

Was wondering as well. Thanks for the answers.

[@violetrose56]

No matter how your child arrives they are meant for you, it's no different to giving birth the soul inside that child was meant to choose you no matter how they arrive

[@eliziadossantos6901]

Is so painful fertility treatment mentally and physically exhausting.... I think is so beautiful when a couple decided to embrace a baby that really needs a family ❤️❤️❤️❤️god bless you a lot for this decision and may this baby grow so happy amd healthy ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@thetbos6566]

Thanks for the love!❤️

[@marielim1519]

You both are great..even if you adopt is just less 9 months bearing..chinese saying..love of raising a child is greater than bearing a child in her womb..you both have great love to your child for all the preparation & have a happy family..GOD BLESS..

[@farihareza6464]

Oh I like the videography, you presented it so well.

[@dontmindme.imjustafraidofe9327]

👏 *Please don’t change your mind, please don’t change your mind...*

[@brucesquad4155]

This is absolutely beautiful. Congratulations on your precious gift from above. How exciting and amazing. By the way I love your pig, he’s so Cute and cuddly.

[@thetbos6566]

Thank you!!

[@ticatica6062]

I really like you and your baby! 👶 is soo cute! I wish you luck! You are good parents, we see that!

[@montyiscool11]

What's with the cost? In 1957 two wonderful people adopted me, as an infant, and paid $12 in court fees (state of CT). Twelve. Thank you Catholic Family Services for finding me such loving parents. Lucky me, Dad lived to be 86 and Mom lived to be 94, and they were mine, mine, mine. I still miss them. I wish you all the love that we had as a family. Bless you on your journey.

[@parileitanthem9137]

Baby is so so cute.... 😘😘😘

[@621america]

OMG she's beautiful 😍😍😍😍

[@percyluxur5321]

Your child is godly beautiful...

[@mariarobaina1523]

Que alegría que felicidad te cambia la vida tener un hijo alguien porque levantarte todos los dias.

[@mercyajohnsebastian3220]

Beautiful baby good mum and dad good luck

[@amandabriggs2744]

She was born on my 40th birthday! (I'm an adoptive mom too!)

[@ryleekussell9134]

I love your pig 😭♥️

[@subscribeplz4483]

I was adopted at age 9 (18 now) by my 2 moms and they spent so much on me and so much time caring for me. I still do not understand to this day why if they have so many children that need adopted it costs so much and it takes so much time if they are so desperate. Just my opinion.

[@maryc7830]

I am a brand new subscriber, and I’m staying. Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸👗👛

[@thetbos6566]

Thank you!!!❤️

[@FY-mc5fl]

Hello and hi... Btw congrats for ykur adoption... May God bless all of you.. I can feel it coz i adopt a son now he was 3years old already... After waiting for a 5 year, we decide to getting a adopt to complete our life and future... We are happy now. I hope you too... Regards from Malaysia 🇲🇾

[@simplyleah4257]

OMG her birthday is the day after mine! Mines July 2nd 2005

[@manda4076]

Leah mine july 4th 😂

[@lg.3267]

You are going to be an Excellent and Loving mom both you and your husband he will be a goos dad. You have sooo much love to hive this baby. God bless you both

[@lg.3267]

Am soo happy for you both. You both have a heart of Gold

[@MagicToaster90]

I'm not crying, you're crying 😭

[@muawannabe4104]

If Ethel would ever bring along her sibling, that would be awesome!

[@jacquelinesmith7756]

Beautiful story xx

[@caseymanuel7199]

“That’s when you realize everyone is a bad driver.” When I had my twins I remember first of all thinking ummm so you guys really think I can do this?? Then we drive home and I was freaking out at the cars lol so this is so real. 🤣

[@kellicr9024]

Adoption is free in the US if you go through the foster system. You have to be trained to be a foster parent and then once you foster a child or two, you can often adopt them if the parents are irresponsible, addicts, in prison, etc. The state or county (forget which agency...probably county) will even send you a small check to help cover some costs. Counties do this because it’s more expensive for them to pay for a child in foster care until the age of 18. If anyone is considering this, please consider adopting a middle school or high school aged child. At 18, they are left to fend for themselves.Most counties/states require they gain a skill in HS but it’s so sad that the state doesn’t pay for their college or at least cover their costs until 20. 18 is too young to be on their own. A lot of former foster kids are in prison today. They were locked up in a bad system as kids and now they’re locked up again! Sooo sad...

[@laryshillary]

I'm crying!!!! Is soo beutitiful ♡.♡ So much happiness for your family one more subscriber from Brazil ♡

[@thetbos6566]

Awww thank you!!! ❤️

[@dianaechevarria80]

I had my baby at 14 years old.. my family wanted me to have an abortion but I kept my baby. I don't know how some women can give their babies up and live with that for the rest of their lives. My son is now 24 years old going on 25 and I couldn't imagine my life without him.

[@ivlogHK]

Aww she is sooo cute🥰

[@stonethecrowshomestead]

Praise Jesus He's always good.

[@jbugwatson8398]

Yes

[@gillkaramani5545]

So beautiful xx

[@rebecasparaco7127]

Wow! All glory be to God! 🙌🏽💕🙏🏽 prayers to you as a family and the birth mother💕

[@amberh5801]

Beautiful story!

[@thetbos6566]

Thank you!

[@stephaniesanchez2057]

O my gosh ❤️

[@e.morabit2818]

At 2:58 is she breastfeeding the baby? How does she has milk without having a baby?

[@tinamarie8061]

E. Morabit it’s called induced lactation. Look it up. It’s quite amazing how the human body will make milk if you train it to.

[@e.morabit2818]

@@tinamarie8061 wow! it's really amazing! and now I am thinking.. how much love this baby will receive from a mom that she did all of these things for him/her

[@thetbos6566]

Thank you! Check out my other video that I made explaining my breastfeeding journey How I Breastfeed My Adopted Baby kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJS3q5KXjs-Ef5I

[@donnabresnahan1835]

Congratulations from Harwich, MA!!💖💖💖

[@thetbos6566]

Thank you!!!

[@classicashley3925]

We are considering adoption and I am scared of the time frame where the birth parents could change their mind. What was your experience with that if you don’t mind sharing.

[@thetbos6566]

Hey @classicAshley. Yes the time frame when the birth parents can change their minds can be super overwhelming for some. How long is the time frame where you’re thinking of adopting from? We decided that no matter what, this little baby deserved to be loved without borders and that she needed the deep connection and attachment with us, just as any other baby deserves, in order to give her the best possible start to her life. We wanted to love her with our whole hearts, and if, by chance, her birth mom changed her mind then we’d deal with it if it happened, but we wanted to give Ethel everything we knew her little brain, body and heart needed, especially during that 30 day waiting period. We decided to be all in, even though it might have felt scary. To us, the cost to Ethel by keeping her at a distance to save our hearts from hurt was too high. For us, it wasn’t as super scary as some people describe the waiting period to be. I think because we truly believed that we were meant to be parents, that the right baby would come along for us to love, and that God’s timing is perfect, even if we couldn’t understand what that meant in the moment. But it is all a whirlwind and is crazy at times 😃. I say find your support system, your village, your close friends and family, and pull them close to you during the waiting period. Having support from people you trust can make this stage so much better!!!❤️ Also, if highly recommend the book “the primal wound” in preparation for adoption. It is brutally honest and hard to read, but sooo accurate and helpful in knowing what to expect in the world of adoption. Like I said, it’s hard, but so so good. We took our time reading it and it really helped shift our perspective on parenting, and understanding the dynamics of adoption on a persons life! So powerful. ❤️

[@classicashley3925]

The TBO'S Thank you so much for sharing that and the book recommendation! I will get a copy. We are in the very early stages (just google searches and KZbin videos to get an idea). It would likely be a few years away for us. I appreciate hearing how you handled it!

[@susanweston6931]

What a lovely person to give these people her beautiful baby girl she could have changed her mind must have been desperate and very sad god bless them all

[@sbestie5396]

Wait you have to pay in the usa to adopt

[@leeleefresh3052]

This is so cute and emotional 😭 ❤️

[@sanjanasingh5147]

So sweet baby

[@BB-ts2gu]

I hope it's ok to ask this, and I'm genuinely asking for myself. My husband and I are adopting and I'd LOVE to be able to breast feed. Did you do anything to prepare for that? Thanks and congrats!!! 👏👏🎉🎉😘😘

[@MissTXTee]

I wondered about that too!

[@thetbos6566]

Hey B B. That’s amazing that you guys are also adopting!! Check out our other video that we made. How I Breastfeed My Adopted Baby kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJS3q5KXjs-Ef5I

[@corsomartiri]

❤️

[@Indygrandma56]

Love her name...Old school..Ether Rose...beautiful

[@moneylo5031]

Congrats

[@delicateswiftie]

What? Can the adopted baby also drink from the breast of the woman who adopted the baby? I mean is there any milk inside the breast?🙂

[@marcieb2304]

DelicateSwiftie there are medications that women can take to make them lactate, so some adoptive mothers can actually breastfeed their adopted babies.

[@harryz24]

Beautiful family, beautiful baby being raised by the Bible 💜🥰