Hi! I’m Shawn and I’m so excited about becoming a mom! I appreciate your decision to consider open adoption and I hope my letter and pictures will give you some idea of the loving home I can provide for your baby.

A little bit about me

I grew up in Ann Arbor, Michigan and now live in Apex, North Carolina, a small community near Raleigh with lots of families and children of all ages. I received a degree in graphic design and later graduated from culinary school where I learned baking and pastry arts. For the last 9 years I’ve worked in the biotech industry, coordinating clinical studies. I find this job rewarding because it’s a way that I can make a difference in someone’s life. On the practical side, it offers me stability and a flexible schedule, so I can be there to enjoy all of the fun things with my child like field trips and volunteering in the classroom.

Friends & Family

My parents, two brothers and sisters-in-law are over the moon about having a new member of the family to love and spoil! My mom is so excited she’s already making plans to stay with us for the first few months and my dad has started collecting toys for the baby. We all look forward to passing on our traditions to the next generation with trips to California for family gatherings and of course Disneyland! I have lots of loving and supportive friends around me who are parents and they’re more than happy to offer advice and babysitting services. Being an “auntie” to my friend’s children and sharing in everything from their first steps to their first soccer game is such a joy. My love for these children has played a big part in my decision to adopt and I hope one day I’ll be able to take my own child downtown to admire the holiday decorations or share some popcorn at a Durham Bulls baseball game.

Why I Want To Adopt

I’ve wanted to be a mom ever since I can remember. I also always knew I would adopt someday. Although I haven’t met the man of my dreams yet, I’ve reached a point in my life where I feel ready to be a parent. I love the idea of open adoption because I truly believe that it’s important for a child to know where he or she came from. I’m open to as much involvement as you’re comfortable with, letters, pictures and visits.

What I Love To Do

Two of my greatest passions in life are traveling and baking. I’m excited to share my love of both with my child and I can’t wait to learn along side him or her about the cultures and foods from all around the world. I’ve collected many recipes on my travels over the years and I look forward to a house filled with the aroma of baking French bread and biscotti!

If you’d like to learn more about me I can be reached toll free at 1-877-258-3513 or
via email at shawntro@gmail.com

If you’d like to speak to an adoption counselor, please call the Independent Adoption Center at
1-800-877-OPEN (6736) or visit
www.adoptionhelp.org/birthmother