Greater Hopes

08/31/2026

If you, or someone you know, may have fathered a child who might be or might have been involved in an adoption process in Michigan, please contact us for information about father's rights and support opportunities. ❤ Email [email protected] or call 616.451.0245

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08/28/2026

Dads Matter! If you, or someone you know, may have fathered a child who might be or might have been involved in an adoption process in Michigan, please contact us for information about father's rights and support opportunities. ❤ Email [email protected] or call 616.451.0245

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08/25/2026

Here is a wonderful resource for adoptees and their medical care:

This directory serves as a resource for identifying adoption medicine clinics and specialists throughout the United States. Learn more.

07/31/2026

This looks like a great training! Sign up for Part 1 here!

05/14/2026

Rooted Together Conference 2026

Welcome to the inaugural Rooted Together Conference on June 27,2026.

The West Michigan Adoption Support Group and Wellspring Church invite you to join us for a day of connection, education and some great food.

This is a space where you will be able to meet new friends, connect with old friends, enjoy hot meals and awesome snacks without having to share; and be reminded you are not alone in this journey of parenthood.

 The West Michigan Adoption Support Group and Wellspring Church invite you to join us for a day of connection, education and some great food. 

05/11/2026

Brush, Book, Bed: How to Structure Your Child’s Nighttime Routine
Logo featuring icons for brushing teeth, reading a book, and going to bed, with the text "Brush, Book, Bed" prominently displayed.
​​​Having a predictable nighttime routine can help your child understand and learn to expect what comes next. Also, routines may ease the stress that some families experience at bedtime.

oral-health~American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) discusses the need for a predictable nighttime routine and provides information about the Brush, Book, Bed program.

05/11/2026

Celebrating ALL Birth Moms and First Moms. This event is for all of you moms who have placed a child for adoption, even if we've never met before. We're meeting for dinner in your honor tonight in Grandville, MI at 6 PM. Dinner is on us thanks to the generous donation of one of our supporters. Please call 616 451 0245 for details!

05/11/2026

We hope that all Momma-minded people had a meaningful weekend. Mother's Day stirs up so many different feelings and experiences, it is a challenge to simply say Happy Mother's Day when we know not everyone can have such a day. Please know that you are not alone if you are sad on Mother's Day, please reach out if you would like some support in that area. We have a few different groups that may be helpful for you.