Christie and Wesley Werts began their journey into parenthood as a blended family five years ago when they married. Their family, which includes Christie’s daughter Megan and Wesley’s children Austin and Dakota, grew unexpectedly when they adopted Levi, a baby with a poignant backstory.

Levi’s arrival was bittersweet as his biological mother, Wesley’s ex-partner, tragically passed away soon after his premature birth due to addiction and COVID-19 complications. The adoption process was arduous, requiring the family to relocate temporarily from Ohio to Texas for court proceedings and to navigate legal challenges.

Christie, drawing from her own experiences in foster care, felt compelled to provide Levi with a stable home. The decision was influenced by a recurring dream she had of a blue-eyed, blond baby—miraculously similar to Levi when she first saw him.

Despite the heartwarming nature of their story, Christie faced criticism online for sharing it publicly. Some argued that such personal stories should remain private, though many others celebrated the Werts family’s resilience and happiness.

In Christie’s words, seeing Levi for the first time was surreal: “When I walked in and saw this blond-haired, blue-eyed baby, I immediately fell in love. This was my son.”

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