Share Your Story

Have you been impacted by adoption and considered sharing your story?

Then you’re in the right spot. We believe stories erase stigmas and can change the narrative of adoption from shame to hope. That’s why we keep sharing them.

Whether you’re a birth parent, adoptee, adoptive parent, or someone who has been positively impacted by adoption, your story can educate and inspire others.

A person with curly hair, wearing a patterned top, sitting in a field of dry plants, smiles softly with trees in the background.

A woman with long braided hair smiles warmly while talking to another person in a well-lit room with a white and gold background.

A woman kisses a sleeping newborn wrapped in a colorful blanket adorned with patterns of fruits and vegetables.

A smiling woman with long blonde hair stands outside in front of a tree and lake, wearing a light blue sleeveless top with white floral prints.

Two people with long hair hug each other warmly while sitting on a tan sofa in a cozy living room.

Where do I begin?

Chose your format

You’re welcome to share your story in the way that feels most natural to you. Below are two options to help guide you:

Option 1: Write Your Story
Write your story in your own words (suggested length: under 1,200 words). Adoption is a lifelong journey, so there doesn’t have to be a clear “ending.” You might choose to focus on a specific experience that stands out, or write a broader narrative that reflects your overall journey.
Click here to see examples of written stories.

Option 2: Write an Open Letter
Write a letter to someone who has been part of your adoption journey — or even to someone you’ve never met. This could be your child, an adoptive family, a family member, a friend, or anyone else who feels meaningful to your story (suggested length: under 800 words).
Click here to see examples of open letters.

Share what you've already written or recorded

Perhaps you’ve already recorded your story on a video or podcast. Or maybe you’ve written it somewhere else like on a blog or your own book. Send us what you’ve done by sharing the link. Then we can find a way to potentially re-share it through BraveLove’s platform.

Prompts to help

We know starting your story can feel vulnerable. There’s no “right” way to begin — just start where it feels natural. If it helps, here are a few gentle prompts to guide you:

When did adoption first become part of your life, and what do you remember about that time?

What feelings come up when you think about your journey today?

Was there a moment that changed everything for you? What was that like?

What has this experience taught you about yourself?

Who or what helped you through the hardest parts?

How has adoption shaped your understanding of family, love, or belonging?

If you could share one thing with someone walking a similar path, what would you want them to know?

Editing help

We’re happy to walk alongside you. If you’d like feedback or light editing support, just let us know — we’re here to help.

What about pictures?

Images can bring your story to life. You’re welcome to attach photos to your submission, as long as everyone pictured has given permission to share.

I'm Ready to Submit

When you’re ready to share, simply click the button below or email your story to stories@bravelove.org. Once we receive it, our team will follow up within 48 hours with a few brief questions to help us better understand and honor your story.

Thank you for trusting us with your story. We’re truly honored and look forward to hearing from you.

Share Your Story