The Cradle

The Cradle The Cradle is an adoption agency and nonprofit provider of adoption services, counseling, and educational support. Call 800-CRADLE4 (800-272-3534).

The Cradle is a nonprofit, licensed child welfare agency providing adoption services, counseling and educational support. Since opening in 1923, The Cradle has facilitated over 16,000 domestic and international adoptions and has been at the forefront of open adoption, African American infant adoption and LGBTQ+ placements. Our team of social workers, counselors, and education and outreach staff of

fer ethical, inclusive and lifelong support to tens of thousands of people touched by adoption, including birth parents, adopted persons, and adoptive parents. Services include options counseling for women facing unplanned pregnancies, placement services, pre- and post-adoption education, an adoption-competent clinical therapy program, post-adoption services to provide information about and/or connect individuals with birth relatives, as well as training for prospective adoptive parents and professionals through Adoption Learning Partners (ALP). The Cradle is the only adoption agency in the country with an on-site nursery, a safe, neutral place for infants to stay while their parents take the time they need to decide if adoption will be the plan for this child. Learn more at Cradle.org or call 847-475-5800. Want to speak with a Cradle counselor about an unplanned pregnancy or to discuss possible adoption for your baby?

Nurses and social workers: Join Cradle Counselor Carmen Knight at 12 p.m., on Friday, July 24, for an interactive webina...
13/06/2026

Nurses and social workers: Join Cradle Counselor Carmen Knight at 12 p.m., on Friday, July 24, for an interactive webinar on ethical considerations in infant adoption. This session will focus on the treatment of those considering an adoption plan and ethical considerations for hospital and social service professionals.

There will be an overview of best practices in adoption and small group break out rooms to apply those practices to real life scenarios you might see in your line of work. Learn how you can best serve and protect this special group of clients you work with so they can do what is best for themselves and their families.

Register: https://bit.ly/3QJxxhV

"Family is one of our core values. We’ve known since our first date that if we built a family, it would be through adopt...
12/06/2026

"Family is one of our core values. We’ve known since our first date that if we built a family, it would be through adoption. Adoption has always been Becka’s plan and Jon is the ultimate includer and loves the idea of welcoming a little one into our family."

Read more about Becka and Jon: https://bit.ly/4fP6Rrx

We had a great time celebrating Pride with Cradle families at the Buffalo Grove Pride Parade! Thank you to everyone who ...
11/06/2026

We had a great time celebrating Pride with Cradle families at the Buffalo Grove Pride Parade! Thank you to everyone who joined and helped make it such a joyful celebration.

You are invited to The Cradle Family Picnic from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, July 11! We will be at The Cradle office,...
11/06/2026

You are invited to The Cradle Family Picnic from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, July 11! We will be at The Cradle office, 2049 Ridge Ave., Evanston, for a day of fun including bubbles, face painting, balloon creations, nursery tours, games and more! Light snacks and drinks will be provided.

RSVP: https://bit.ly/4cGwrg3

We are thrilled to announce that The Cradle is attending and sponsoring the Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate! T...
09/06/2026

We are thrilled to announce that The Cradle is attending and sponsoring the Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate! There are two great ways you can join us to support this meaningful community event. You can join the race as a runner or as part of The Cradle's cheering team!

Keep the celebration going after the race at the beautiful Harley Clarke Mansion! Racers, families, and friends are invited to gather on the ground of this historic property throughout the morning for a fun, family-friendly party featuring live music, kids activities and refreshments.

Register as a runner: https://bit.ly/4uHIti1
Cheer with The Cradle: https://bit.ly/48Qtj1h

Connecting Your Family, Inside And OutWorld renowned attachment expert Dr. Dan Hughes shares family centered strategies ...
08/06/2026

Connecting Your Family, Inside And Out

World renowned attachment expert Dr. Dan Hughes shares family centered strategies on how to connect to your child as a toddler, tween and teen. This engaging webinar includes:
- Advice on connecting with your child through their development
- Expert insights into attachment and attunement
- Information on finding professional support and resources

Get access today: https://bit.ly/4vufO0b

Pregnant and looking for support? We’ve highlighted some of the best resources on pregnancy and adoption. See more and f...
07/06/2026

Pregnant and looking for support? We’ve highlighted some of the best resources on pregnancy and adoption. See more and find out how to access them on our website: https://bit.ly/49JLT90

The Cradle's home visiting program offers personalized, in-home parenting support for families in Northeast Lake County....
06/06/2026

The Cradle's home visiting program offers personalized, in-home parenting support for families in Northeast Lake County. Each visit is based on what you’re interested in: your baby’s growth and development; ideas for bonding and playing; emotional support; ways to reduce stress; problem-solving; identifying and achieving goals; or anything else that nurtures your family.

Inquire about home visiting: https://bit.ly/4qNnFEt

"From very early on in our relationship, we have both always spoke about wanting children. Both of us knew that we could...
05/06/2026

"From very early on in our relationship, we have both always spoke about wanting children. Both of us knew that we could never date someone who did not want to have kids. We both have so much love to give."

Read more about Stephen and Kevin: https://bit.ly/3zl3OWW

Finding community as an adoptee can be both meaningful and challenging. Read The Cradle’s guide on how and why to connec...
04/06/2026

Finding community as an adoptee can be both meaningful and challenging. Read The Cradle’s guide on how and why to connect with other adopted people: https://bit.ly/3RzId2Z

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