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“It Was Always Meant to Be” After several years of being single, Liv knew she wanted to grow her own family. She initially explored fertility options, including IUI and IVF, but also began researching adoption to understand which path felt right for her. When Liv first contacted AiM to discuss adoption, she was […]
Steph and Tom always knew they wanted to start a family. Even before Steph had an operation that meant they wouldn’t be able to have birth children, adoption was something they both felt drawn to. They began their journey with little understanding of the process, but after attending a webinar and doing some research, […]
Adoption has changed a lot over the years, but many people still have outdated ideas about what it’s like. Some think it’s only for a certain type of person or that the process is too complicated or closed off, but that’s not the case anymore. A lot of people rule out adoption straight away […]
Hannah began her adoption journey in 2022 as a single applicant. Although the idea of adopting on her own felt a little daunting at first, she knew it was the right decision, especially after her former partner made it clear he didn’t want children. Determined to become a parent, Hannah decided to go forward alone. […]
We received an update from the Department of Education about the changes to the ASGSF on Monday 14th April 2025. We understand that these changes may cause concern, and we want to reassure you that we remain fully committed to working with families and professionals to make the most of the support available. At […]
Sam and Lyndsay were eager to grow their family and explored different options. They had family members who had adopted and, after many discussions, decided to gather more information. Lyndsay shared, “We had so much love to give and knew there were many children who needed it. We chose to attend the local authority […]
Adoption in Merseyside welcomes people from all backgrounds to apply to adopt, it doesn’t matter about gender, race, sexual orientation or relationship status. 35% of the approved adopters last year from Adoption in Merseyside were from the LGBTQ+ community which is higher than the national average. Adoption is a profound and life-changing decision […]
Laura and Graeme wanted to grow their family after they settled into their new home. They explored the different options available, but they decided that IVF wasn’t for them and researched into adoption. The more they discussed it, the more they realised it was the right route. They knew that could offer a […]
Laura always knew she wanted to be a mum and being single didn’t stop her. Before starting the process, Laura did lots of research and using a Regional Adoption Agency (RAA) made sense to her. An RAA works closely with the children’s teams in the local authorities to place children in that region. Laura […]
Halloween can be a great time of year with dressing up in scary outfits and an endless amount of sweets. However, the reality for children who have experienced developmental trauma or have additional needs can be very different. The scary side of Halloween can cause distress and anxiety. Even the thought of […]
