Adoption

A teen gave his stepdad a graduation surprise by revealing he had filed to take his last name, leaving him in tears.

Lexi McClelland met Mary as a second grader. Now this Arkansas teacher adopts foster student stories like theirs are inspiring families across the US.

A Detroit couple who fostered 70 children in 43 years faced eviction. The granddaughter they raised stepped in, and a community rebuilt their home.

A groom was left in tears when his stepdaughter called him “Dad” for the first time just before walking down the aisle with her mom.

A 32-year search ended in a birth mother reunion after a letter, a phone call, and one unforgettable hug following Ashley’s health struggles.

An older sister adopts her brother, then stuns him years later with a surprise truck reveal that marks a fresh start for their blended family.

A stepdad adopts his stepson after the 12-year-old’s final youth football game, turning the name on his jersey into his real last name.

A stepdaughter surprised her father figure with adult adoption papers on in emotional moment that left them both in tears.

An adoptive mom marked the moment with an adoption day family tree tattoo, revealing her teen’s name after court in a sweet surprise captured on video.

During the reception, three sisters turned a toast into a wedding day adoption request for their stepdad, sparking tears, hugs and a forever-family moment.