A lyrical celebration of the love that leads to adoption—reminding children they were cherished from the start.
I carried you in my heart is a lyrical celebration of the love that leads to adoption. Told with warmth and honesty, the story reveals how parents' hope, longing, and joy all grew into one extraordinary truth: their child was always meant for them. This beautifully illustrated picture book gives adoptive families a meaningful way to share their journey and remind children that they were cherished from the start.
A heartfelt resource for adoptive families, educators, and caregivers
A picture book that celebrates and honors the adoption journey
Warm and honest language perfect for young readers
Perfect for families, classrooms, and counselors
Written by an adoptive mother and educator
Addresses belonging, attachment, and family formation
And when I finally held you close,
my arms caught up with my heart.
Now my heart and my arms
will carry you forever.
— from I Carried You in my Heart
"Such a warm, heartfelt story about adoption. Rori Martello has such a gentle approach to telling her story... An absolute gem!"
— Verified Purchase, November 2025
"A beautiful heartfelt story of love and dreams come true. This book should give every couple hope that 'dreams' come through when 'carried in your heart'."
— Verified Purchase, November 2025
"A truly touching story of adoption that shows how the love of a family can take many forms. A wonderful way to help children feel seen, included, and loved."
— Verified Purchase, November 2025
"A beautiful and touching story, showing that not all families are created in the same way, but they can still be filled with so much love! Highly recommend as a sweet bedtime story."
— Verified Purchase, November 2025
"A simple but warm and moving book about love and the bond between parent and child. Even if adoption has not touched you personally it can easily be enjoyed by any audience!"
— Verified Purchase, November 2025
"A heartwarming and beautiful explanation of adoption for young children. This book opens up the conversation in a tender, beautiful and loving way. Recommended for all children!"
— Verified Purchase, November 2025
I Carried You in my Heart is ideal for families, classrooms, and counselors. This adoption-affirming picture book provides a gentle resource for discussing belonging, attachment, and family formation with young readers.
For wholesale inquiries, speaking engagements, or general questions
Phone