ABOUT US
Your adoption journey is our focus. And we’re glad you’re here.
We are a 501(c)3 Non-profit. We serve birth mothers — women who have made the deeply personal choice to place their child for adoption. We offer birth mother support groups, yearly Birth Mother's Day gatherings, and we aim to assist birth mothers in navigating resources and support for lifelong healing.
First, how we serve you …
You Come First – Your needs, aspirations, and goals are our top priority. Let’s talk about them.
Safe and Secure Spaces during support groups and events – We provide facilities designed with birth moms’ safety and privacy in mind. We understand that your decision was a deeply personal one, and we fully respect and support that.
Online Community – An anonymous, encouraging space for connection between birth mothers.
Transparency and Openness – Honest communication and vulnerability from our leadership team.
Inclusive Approach – Support that is not based on faith or religion alone, welcoming all perspectives.
Carefully Curated Partnerships – We collaborate with trusted organizations and professionals to provide high-quality resources, education, and additional support tailored to each birth mom’s unique needs, regardless of her demographics.
Building Your Future and a Strong Support System – We’re here to help birth moms build a strong foundation for their future by offering personalized guidance and advocacy. Whether it’s finding counseling, educational opportunities, housing, or community connections, we offer the support needed to help them achieve their personal ambitions and create a "village" for a fulfilling life journey.
Here’s a little about us …
With years of combined experience, we offer compassionate support and resources tailored to birth mothers from all walks of life...
Meet our Staff
Lynea Krukiewicz-Spears
Lynea is a birth mother of 31 years and has been reunited with her daughter for 19 years. A native of Utah, she was born in Utah County and is the oldest of eight, giving her a large extended family as all her siblings are now married with families of their own.
Her journey as a birth mother has been an emotional roller coaster, a story with ongoing twists and turns. She believes that knowledge is power, especially during the most challenging times.
For the past eight years, she has served as a birth mother representative for the Utah Adoption Council and actively participates in Utah adoption legislation. She also represents birth mothers for United for Adoption in Utah.
Along with her other interests, Lynea is passionate about helping fellow birth mothers cope with the daily challenges of life after placing a child.
She is available to speak to groups on topics related to placement, birth mother perspectives, and reunification.
*Please contact her if your event would benefit from her unique insights and experiences with placement.
Sara Kingflitton
Director of Birth Mother Support Group
Sara is committed to empowering individuals, families, and communities to thrive. She has worked extensively with teens, parents, and families to build healthier relationships, enhance communication, and foster meaningful connections.
Sara has experience across a wide range of areas, including teen resilience, child welfare, family planning counseling, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, community mental health first aid, medical social work, equine and animal therapies. She is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Utah State University.
Sara specializes in helping people navigate a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, attachment issues, grief and loss, adoption, women’s issues, single expectant parents, couples, family dynamics, trauma, medical trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, LGBTQ+, self-worth, and life transitions. She employs a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, experiential therapy, and mindfulness practices.
Volunteer Staff
Hannah Ballard
Hannah has been a birth mother for twelve years. Having received support throughout her adoption journey, she now wants to offer that same support to others. Grateful for her open adoption and the wonderful relationship she has with the adoptive family, she is now married with five children.
As a member of the adoption community, she has gained valuable experience. She served on the Utah Adoption Council and worked with Life After Placement for six years.
Her goal is to comfort and support women after placement, ensuring they know their options and are educated about them.
The decision to place a child is challenging, and she aims to provide hope and emotional support to those who have made this choice, while also seeking new resources to support their continued success.
Link up and make a difference…
We’re seeking interns, volunteers, and more—come be a part of our team!