Devyn & Matt
Dear Birth Mom,
How do we greet this woman who might change our lives in the most incredible way? How do we show you how grateful we are? How do we hope to earn your trust? First, we want you to know how much we respect you and the love behind this decision you are making. We admire the care you are putting into choosing what is best for your baby. We are so honored to be a part of this. Thank you for giving us a chance to show you how much love we have to offer.
With so much love,
Devyn & Matt
Our Adoption Story & Promise to You
Our road to adoption has been a bumpy one, with moments of hope, pain, loss, and personal growth. We both always wanted children, and started trying for a baby right after we got married. After being unable to conceive naturally, together we faced a series of failed IVF cycles and a miscarriage. It was incredibly difficult and took a heavy emotional toll. Hardships like that can push people apart, but for us, it did the opposite. We are more united than ever. Somehow, we love each other more now than we did before any of this.
Every step of this journey has been leading us to where we were meant to be. We had always considered adoption as a path to parenthood for us. Matt’s father, aunts and uncles, were all adopted. Bringing adoption full circle in our family always felt like a beautiful idea. Now that we have taken that step and we are here – with you – it feels so right for us.
If you choose us, your baby will grow up in a home full of love. We know everyone says that. But for us, it’s really how we live. Our home is filled with laughter, play, comfort, and ease. It’s the kind of place where people feel safe being themselves, where love is shown openly, and where joy is part of everyday life.
Will there be dancing in the living room, and a lot of hugging? Yes. Absolutely. Are we also ready for tears, questions, confusion, and maybe some fear? Also yes. We don’t believe in pretending life is perfect. Things can be hard, messy, and emotional. And that’s okay. What we do believe is that we have what it takes to meet those moments with warmth, patience, and love, and to create light and joy, even when things feel heavy or uncertain. That’s something we already practice in our lives and our relationships.
We have intentionally built a life that is centered on connection, kindness, and showing up for each other. As close to a happily ever after as real life can be, that’s what we are ready to cultivate. A life where your child feels deeply loved, safe, supported, and free to be who they are. But also real and ready for whatever life throws our way. No matter what, your baby will be surrounded by unconditional love – always.
About Us
We met when we were a little older: 31 and 28 (Devyn is older, and she loves to joke about that). We often reflect on how important that was to the success of our relationship. Because we knew ourselves already. We had gone through our own separate journeys, becoming who we were meant to be. By the time we actually met on a dance floor in Brooklyn back in October 2018, the connection was instant and undeniable. Though it was love at first sight, we waited the appropriate two-ish months to say it. We soon moved in together and then met each other’s parents. The transition from meeting to planning a future together felt so natural, and this continues to be our way.
We are best friends and a team. We love hanging out together, even on days when we have nothing to do. Some of our favorite times are just spent hanging out on the couch with our pup, Rudie, watching movies, or rewatching one of our favorite sitcoms like Seinfeld or How I Met Your Mother. We love a quiet day inside, where sometimes the only things we’ll say to each other are random funny songs we make up on the spot – we do that very often, and wonder if our neighbors enjoy our silly sing-a-longs.
We try to divide and conquer in the kitchen. Devyn loves to cook and often tries new recipes, which Matt is happy to enjoy (and wash the dishes after!). Matt loves to bake, and weekends at home usually mean he is making some yummy waffles with a nice side of crispy bacon. He also takes the lead on baking Christmas cookies with our 11-year-old niece every Christmas Eve.
We both love live music and go to see concerts as often as we can. In fact, when we first met, Devyn asked Matt about a band she loved, and the fact that he was also a fan was enough to secure him his first official date. We love jam bands – so long as they give us something to sing along with and don’t play those dreaded 5-minute guitar solos! Devyn can sing along to pretty much every song that came out from 2000-2010, and Matt is happy with tried-and-true classics like the Beatles and A Tribe Called Quest.
Devyn works in marketing for a fashion company, and Matt works from home as a software engineer. We are both passionate about what we do, while both viewing work as a means to support our family. Family, friends, and life experiences will always be more important to us than professional success.
So, who are we? We are two people very much in love. We love our little team, and more than anything, we really want to add a new player.
About Devyn
Written with love by Matt:
Devyn is the most loving person I have ever come across. Since I met her, not a day has passed that she hasn’t gone out of her way to make the lives of those around her more joyful. Caring for others isn’t something Devyn schedules into her life – it’s simply how she moves through the world.
She is an incredible friend and a constant presence in the lives of the people she loves. She shows up to birthdays, events, and meaningful moments. She is the person friends lean on during moments of happiness and hardship. She has a way of making people feel safe and supported just by being herself.
Devyn has the rare ability to be a mature, capable adult while also being playful and fun. She manages our finances with ease and responsibility, and on that same day, might make up a song about our dog’s latest adventure at the park. She rehearses plays with her niece every week, fully committing to both the characters and the laughter that comes with it. She effortlessly brings warmth and joy wherever she goes.
Her love for family is unmatched. She has spent every single Wednesday night with her niece since the day she was born. At 11 years old, that’s a lot of Wednesdays! She never lets anything get in the way of this time, because to her, these moments are more important than anything. That love has only grown as our families have become closer. My younger siblings adore her and watching them gravitate toward her so naturally makes complete sense to me.
Devyn is also an exceptional communicator. She approaches even difficult conversations with openness, love, and understanding. She makes me feel completely comfortable talking about anything, whether joyful or challenging, and that emotional awareness is one of the qualities I admire most about her.
At home, Devyn finds joy in the simple things: gardening, reading, or patiently working through her latest puzzle. These quiet moments reflect who she is at her core – thoughtful, grounded, creative, and deeply loving.
This is the kind of mom Devyn will be – someone who gives generously and loves fully. I feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude knowing that your child will get to learn from Devyn and feel her unwavering support. They will be shaped by her kindness and her deep respect for others, and will always know her unconditional love.
About Matt
Written with love by Devyn:
I want to paint a picture of the kind of husband Matt is, and the kind of father he will be. Matt is the definition of family first. Without trying, he shows me every day that he chooses our family and me. He was ready to be a dad before he knew it. He’s a golden retriever with a heart of gold, with intelligence and loyalty at his core. He is joyful and energetic, but with a sense of calm about him. He doesn’t raise his voice, ever. He is emotionally regulated, and he is warm. He says the right thing, and if he doesn’t, he knows what it takes to fix it, and he does that.
He has a ton of friends and makes them easily. He has a sense of ease about him that people gravitate towards. He’s a good listener and a lot of fun to be around. Even from different states, his childhood friends are still a big part of his life, because he is so loyal and so committed. He’s the least judgmental person and is the last to engage in gossip. He is smart and well-informed, but doesn’t shove it in your face.
Matt identifies himself as a nerd. He’s a big fan of video games, specifically around world building, strategy, and puzzles. He builds computers for fun and knows a lot of some very obscure technology. But then he is outgoing, charming, athletic (a high school football quarterback!), and he can dance! He is the most dynamic individual, with so many strengths to his character.
His patience is unmatched. He taught me to ski, and if you knew just how uncoordinated I am, this might be enough to demonstrate just how patient he is. I was terrified and discouraged, but I did it. I skied. We celebrated. That’s how it always goes. A little hardship, sure. But then, a ton of growth, love, and celebration. He gets up and hugs me every morning. He asks how my day was every night. He rubs my feet on the couch after a long day of work. He even brings breakfast in bed sometimes! He listens to everything I say – so much so that he jokingly finishes my sentences often. This is how it will be for your baby.
Kids and babies have always loved him. He has been an extremely close uncle to my 11-year-old niece since she was four. Kids want to tackle him and play, because his energy feels safe, genuine, and fun. At the same time, he leads by example by being respectful and a good and sensible guy. When Matt talks, people listen. Kids listen. He used to be a third grade teacher, which says so much about his personality. He will patiently help with homework, and make the learning make sense – and feel good. I’ve watched him do this with my niece and his younger siblings so many times. He taught my niece to play basketball, and now she’s on her middle school basketball team. He brought her to soccer when she was five. He comes to every school play. He will participate in the games, whatever they may be. He will learn the dance moves!
Home Sweet Home
We are homebodies and are lucky to have a spacious two-bedroom apartment in the heart of Brooklyn, with big windows and a ton of natural light. Our living room couch is big and comfy, and that’s important, because we spend our evenings snuggling on it with our mini golden-doodle, Rudie, or piling friends and family onto it for movie nights or late-night talks.
Since moving here in 2020, our home has become the central gathering place for all of our friends and family. We have celebrated friends’ birthdays here and have hosted our family for Christmas every year. We have had New Year’s parties, Super Bowl potlucks, barbeques, double dates, and baby playdates for our friends with little ones. Our home is the hub for our loved ones. Everyone knows where to find something in our kitchen, and feels comfortable grabbing something from the refrigerator. Our home is for everyone, and it brings us so much joy.
There is a big, beautiful bedroom just waiting for your baby to take it over and make it theirs. We have a spacious outdoor space with a grill for summertime barbecues. When it gets hot, we fill up the kiddie pool for a silly little splash. For living in a big city, we are so lucky to have this extra outdoor space. We also live a very short walk away from parks, playgrounds, and tons of great schools.
Our family also has a wonderful house in the Hamptons, where we spend a ton of time. There is a big backyard and swimming pool, which equals endless fun for adults and kids alike in our family. The house is constantly full of friends, family, and laughter.
Travel
We love to visit new places and explore. Matt grew up taking big trips to Europe with his family, and now takes the lead on coordinating amazing trips for us. Italy, Paris, Barcelona, Brazil, Copenhagen, Amsterdam, Austria, Prague, Austria, Hawaii, and the list grows.
We often take these trips with Matt’s family and younger siblings. We dream of one day taking your child on these incredibly special journeys with us. We are excited to see the world through their eyes.
Our Loved Ones
From Devyn:
My parents, sister, and niece all live in Manhattan, just 30 minutes away from us. We are the family with the active group chat that ALSO sees each other every week. My family is real, emotional, and affectionate. We say I love you a lot. We don’t shove things under the rug. We have the conversations that need to be had. We are fiercely loyal and deeply connected.
We took family vacations to the Caribbean and visited relatives in Florida for the holidays. We went to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade every year, and still watch it on TV. We are a family that loves traditions. We have a big extended family, but our little family was everything to me, and still is. My sister and I shared a room growing up, and so we had all the experiences from whispering secrets at night to fighting over borrowed clothes. We took theater, dance, and swimming classes and went to camp in the summer. My dad would take us sledding or to climb trees in the park. My mom would cuddle us on the couch when we got home and listen to our stories. My mom would always cook dinner, and we would eat as a family, but my sister and I were happiest when she would let us get McDonald’s. My parents would do puppet shows for us as kids. They would read us stories (and do voices to impersonate the characters). We grew up watching them kiss and dance in the kitchen. They are still happily married after 43 years. Matt and I will be the same way.
Our friend group is big, and full of relationships that span 30+ years. My friends have been my friends my entire life. I met my best friend in kindergarten, and the rest of them by high school. The bonds we have built are tighter than those in some families. It’s hard to tell where friendship ends and family begins in the best possible way.
From Matt:
I am blessed to have been raised by two of the warmest, most loving people in the world. Although my parents divorced when I was young, my sister and I were always the priority. Both have been remarried for over 20 years, and my stepparents are truly a gift. My dad splits his time between Southern California and Brazil. My stepmom is Brazilian, and together they have four children (two sets of twins who are 8 and 12). Portuguese is their first language, which inspired me to live in Brazil for a year to learn it myself. They’ve been a beautiful addition to our lives, and we make it a priority to spend time together whenever possible. My mom lives in Northern Massachusetts with my stepdad, and we visit often. She is endlessly thoughtful, sending carefully decorated care packages and eagerly anticipating being a grandma. My stepdad has two sons, who we are close with as well; one even joined me teaching English in South Korea.
My parents instilled in me a love for travel. While I was teaching abroad, my dad encouraged me to keep exploring, and a week later, I was living in Australia. He’s the kind of parent I hope to be, supportive while trusting a child to grow through their own experiences. My sister, Zoe, is fun, outgoing, and universally loved. She lives in California near my dad and will be the coolest aunt a kid could imagine.
While my friend group is more dispersed than Devyn’s, it is incredibly close. My two best friends since kindergarten live nearby and have been part of our adoption journey from the beginning. They’ll be the best uncles to your child!
Holidays & Traditions
We love traditions, and have steadily added to our own family traditions with each passing year. Like many families, Christmas is rich with traditions. On the day after Thanksgiving, we go get a big, real tree and decorate the house with twinkly lights. The bigger the better! On Christmas Eve, we watch It’s a Wonderful Life, and Devyn’s sister and niece sleep over at our place. On Christmas Day, we host our family, open presents, and play a ton of games.
Our two families spend Thanksgiving together at Matt’s mom’s home in Massachusetts, where we take hikes with the kids and dogs, bake cinnamon rolls, play darts, and watch movies, cuddled on their big basement couch. In July, we celebrate family summer birthdays, filling our parents’ Hamptons home with friends and family for a big summer pool/BBQ party.
We were both so fortunate to grow up in families that valued traditions big and small, and we have found so much joy in creating them ourselves. It’s even become a joke in our house – whenever we have done something twice, we shout out TRADITION!
We are so excited to continue these traditions and create new ones as a family of three.
We promise to honor your story, your child’s story, and the love that brought them into this world. They will always know they were chosen, wanted, and loved by you and by us. Your baby will be cherished beyond measure.
Thank you for considering us and for the incredible love you have for your baby. Whatever you decide, we hold you with so much respect and gratitude.
With so much love,
Devyn & Matt
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