In a letter that she has written to a daughter she would love to adopt some day, Kasturi Patra tells her to be herself, not trying to 'please others' as a girl is expected to. "Don't let anyone tell you what to do," she says.

Meet Kavita Baluni, who adopted fifteen month old Veda with Down Syndrome. Kavita reinstates our faith in humanity and brings home the fact that you do not have to give birth to become a mother.

"Don’t second guess yourself. I have always believed that ‘A child gives birth to a mother!’ and not vice versa."

Far From The Tree by Robin Benway is a YA book that can start important conversations on adoption, fiction with children in the adoptive and foster care system at its centre. 

There is nothing as wonderful as adopting a child, with the promise of love, security, and belonging. Here are some amazing books on adoption to interest you.