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Old 04-06-2006, 03:51 AM
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Originally Posted by jpe
I have never been in your situation but I must say this. Read the boards here where all these loving people are dying for the opportunity to adopt a baby. They would LOVE you forever for giving them the opportunity to parent.

Please do not do this. Yes, there are a lot of people out there who would love to adopt your baby, but it is not up to you to provide them a child. It is up to you to provide for your child in the way you see as best. Too often expectant parents start looking at profiles and compare themselves. Do not do this, I beg you.

Look deep inside yourself and ask yourself what you think a child needs to love and grow. Look deep and ask yourself if you can provide that. Children need very little. You may find, with a bit of help, you can be a great parent.

BTW, I had a lot of guilt and shame in placing my son. It took some pretty intense therapy to work through it. I am now parenting two children, but it was a lot of work getting here.

Please pm me if you have any questions or need resources.
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