When prospective parents move toward adoption, it may be after years of trying, failing, hoping, and mourning. And while adoption is a beautiful and valid path to parenthood, it begins from a place of loss — not just for the child, but often for the parents, too.

Parenthood is supposed to be a deeply personal and intimate experience.

Adoption has long been a rich subject in movies, TV shows, and books.

Adoption is often seen as an act of love, a bridge between families and children in need.