Family stories

Researching adoption can feel overwhelming, so some of our adopters have kindly shared their stories to help. Here you’ll find real experiences from families across Cumbria, offering insight into what to expect when adopting and what adoption has meant for them

Andrea and Simon's story

After realising they were ready to grow their family, Andrea (42) and Simon (57) turned to adoption—beginning a journey that brought them their son Ethan (6) and changed their lives forever.

Amy and Kirstie's story

Amy, 33, and Kirsty, 35, adopted their son Archie (not his real name) through Adoption Cumbria in May 2021, when he was 23 months old. Archie is now six, and the couple say adoption has changed their lives in ways they could never have imagined.