After working here for 2 years and almost adopting through this agency, I do not offer them up to family and friends when they ask for recommendations. There are things that happen behind the scenes that are highly unethical and go against everything this org claims to be about. I'm deeply sorry for my part in furthering Shared Beginnings and the way I championed them for so long. My purpose in writing this review is to shed light on the darkness so no further harm is done by those that claim to give voice and choice to the people they're simultaneously silencing and using.

Would HIGHLY recommend Shared Beginnings to any mom looking for a great adoption agency to work with. Back in 2021 , so just last year, I was expecting a child but knew I couldn’t afford to properly take care of the baby due to where I was in life financially, mentally, and support wise. After in countering two other adoption agencies that wasn’t a good fit I found Shared Beginnings , which Is kinda crazy cause it popped up as an Ad on my Facebook but I’m grateful it did. Since contacting them they were nothing but supportive and went above and beyond for me. I worked with Kim and Sarah during this time. I loved working with Kim because whenever I needed her she was there. If there wasn’t something she didn’t know Sarah step immediately in to assist or Kim promptly got back to me with an answer. I didn’t feel pressured to have the place the baby for adoption unlike how the last two agencies only offer to assist me if I guarantee I would place the baby up for adoption. Kim took the time to properly explain to me the adoption process and how things work in a way I could understand. At the end of my journey I didn’t place the child up for adoption due to complications with the fraternal parent. I really wish I had though because although she’s a blessing I know there was a family who could’ve gave her better. Now I’m making lemonade with the lemons God gave me. Even after going through the whole adoption process and receiving help with everything I could ask Kim and Sarah for within reason when I change mind about placing the child for adoption they wasn’t mad. Just overall concerned for my welling being. Kim even visited me a few times post birth to check on the baby and myself. God I miss her. It sadness me because I also really liked my potential adoptive parents as well. Anywho I know this review is long but I wrote all that to say based on my experience with Shared Beginnings I would HIGHLY recommended reaching out to them.

They are fantastic! They make sure all sides are being taken care of. If you want to be taken care of as an adoptive parent, and want your birth momma taken care before and after the adoption, you've found your place.

Ever since we found shared beginnings and started working with them we have felt nothing but love and support. We know they care about every single person who enters their office and they have made us feel at home. Their staff is incredibly personable and encouraging! We are thankful for the work they do and how they truly love on the expectant and birth moms that they work with. They are their top priority and that’s what matters most! Their love shines bright at this place!

Very pleasant and knowledgeable to work with. They make you feel like family and very helpful in a difficult time. They will answer any question you have in a very timely manner. I really could not thank them enough for all that they have done for my husband and I through our adoption journey. Specially want to thank Lina, Felicia, and Michaela. These woman deserve a special place in heaven for all the work they do.