Love makes a family.
Matt + Chelsea
Hi There!
We are Matt, Chelsea, and Luke (our son). We can only imagine what you are going through and the emotions you must be facing. We’re humbled by the decision you are making to pursue an adoption plan for your child and admire your strength in making that decision.
We deeply care about you, and it would be an honor to walk with you on this journey together.
Matt & Chelsea
Our promise to you
If chosen, we promise to…
Love and care for your child just as much as we love our own.
Raise them with strong values rooted in compassion, community, and authenticity.
Provide a future filled with immeasurable experiences.
Celebrate their individuality.
Learn about, discover, and integrate your child's cultural background into our daily lives.
Provide a soft landing when life gets challenging.
Parenting Philosophy
As parents, we believe in…
Why we're choosing adoption
We have always desired to adopt a child. When we met and discussed our goals for growing a family, adoption was a part of our plan, and we knew it would only enrich our family. For us, love is not reserved for a child we create biologically.
We have educated ourselves on issues related to adoption, such as grief, loss, and joys, from the perspective of everyone involved. If chosen, we will introduce adoption to your child at an early age and in a manner that they can understand. We want your child to be comfortable with their adoption story. We are prepared to address adoption with honesty, compassion, and transparency.
We want you to know…
We care about you and know how important it is to help your child remain connected to you. We hope to have an adoption that is open or semi-open and share a relationship with you and your family.
We also promise to always remind them they have a history, an identity, and a mother who loves them unconditionally. We will never shy away from their origin story and seize opportunities to discuss you and your deep love for them.
Hi, I’m Chelsea!
My friends describe me as:
- Dedicated to my family
- Compassionate
- Outgoing
- Social justice warrior
My greatest prayer for my children:
I pray that my children will know who they are, love who they are, know that they are loved by us and God, and pursue their interests and dreams. I also pray they are healthy and live full lives reflecting their character, values, joys, and identity.
Hey, I’m Matt!
My friends describe me as:
- Committed
- Caring
- Playful/goofy
- Loyal
My greatest prayer for my children:
My greatest wish for my children is that they will know that I love them irrationally and unconditionally and that they will have a loving relationship with God.
Meet our son, Luke
Luke’s personality is best described as silly, friendly, and curious. He loves coloring, drawing, and building with Legos and MagnaTiles. He loves mimicking anything we do, like helping Daddy with lawn work and Mommy with cooking or running errands and engaging in daily activities together. He loves ice skating and swimming, going to the park, riding his bike and scooter, and exploring the great outdoors.
Luke, 5 years old
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I'm excited
to have a baby brother or sister!
-Luke, future big brother
Diving Deeper
More About us
- We've been married for almost 7 years!
- We live in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois.
- Matt is a Physician Assistant in addiction medicine.
- Chelsea is a Clinical Social Worker.
- We love traveling and try to go on long weekend trips each year.
we value...
honesty
We would rather have those we love disclose the truth rather than be caught in a lie. We choose curiosity over judgment. Lack of honesty creates distrust issues in relationships, which is the foundation of a strong bond.
respect
Always show respect no matter how upset we may be. We can disagree respectfully. We can be polite, kind, and courteous. We can avoid interrupting someone, think before we speak, and lend a helping hand. No personal attacks.
humor
We aim to not take life too seriously by embracing ALL the moments, not just the fun ones. We try to find fun ways to do the boring or hard tasks. It’s not about overlooking the hard things, it’s about always finding reasons to pursue joy.
From Our Hearts
As a community social worker and a medical provider for individuals with substance use and mental health challenges, our hearts are big. We are surrounded by a community with individuals from all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. We’ve spent thousands of hours studying human development and how people view/see/exist in the world. Here’s what we’ve learned: humans want to be seen, heard, valued, and loved – and we must be responsive to that. We promise to be compassionate, caring, supportive, and present parents. We’ll be empathetic, patient, and kind. We’ll make it our mission to figure out who your child is and help them hone their strengths, skills, and desires.
We want you to be a part of our lives at your own pace and in the way that makes you most comfortable. You are to be celebrated – in all ways!
You Got To KNow US
So, Now It’s Your Turn. Say Hello!
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