I was contacted by the co-author of the book, Called to Adoption: The Christian’s Guide to Answering the Call. Heather Featherston asked me if I would be interested in reading a copy of the book she co-authored with Mardie Caldwell.

I replied that I would love to receive a copy and soon I held a copy in my hand.

I had it for a while before I started reading it (because of the holidays), but then one night I decided to start reading it.

Before I say anything further, I am not being compensated monetarily for saying anything about this book on my blog. I am taking the time to post about this book on my blog because I feel it is an EXCELLENT resource to anyone who is thinking about starting the adoption process.

I read this book practically in one sitting! It was a VERY easy read but full of so much useful information about the entire adoption process.

I can remember when we decided that we were going to adopt, it was completely overwhelming. It was hard to know what step was first and what to do next!

This book will walk you through the entire process. There is information to help you choose what type of adoption you want to pursue (domestic or international, private or agency adoption), figure out finances and the degree of openness you feel is appropriate with the birth family…and lots more!!

I especially appreciated two valuable pieces of information in this book.

I remember being very apprehensive about the home study process. This book really does put the home study into perspective and teaches you what it really is about.

Many prospective adoptive parents are under the assumption that they have to have the house looking like a model home and completely spotless, but this book dispelled that myth by saying, “They are not looking for a model home, but one where a child will be safe and clean.” (page 42)

Another piece of information I really appreciated about this book was that, “Communication is one of the main keys to adoption success.” (page 41)

In my opinion, that statement is absolutely true. Communication is key is most every thing in life, so it does make sense that it would be key to a successful adoption process.

The agency we adopted both of our girls through is fabulous in the communication department. Now, this doesn’t mean someone has answered the phone every single time I have ever called and has told me exactly what I wanted to know right then, but when there is something big going on the agency always communicated with us to keep us “in the loop”.

The adoption process is nerve-wracking and is filled with lots of unknowns, but having an agency that kept us in the know really gave us a measure of serenity that was very much appreciated throughout the whole adoption process.

If you are interested in purchasing this book, you can click here to order. The book cost $12.95.

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If you are feeling a call to adopt, this book is an excellent tool to help you take that first step on your journey towards the child God has for you.

- Elaine