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Congratulations on your lovely baby girl!
I gave up a child when I was a few years younger than you. I had many of the same feelings at the time. I sympathize greatly with all the folks telling you to parent, and in the end it is your decision. Can you handle it? I couldn't at the time, I knew it, and I made the right decision. I still think of that beautiful baby, I am open to reunion if/when he wants it, and I still cry once in a while thinking of him. But I KNEW I couldn't give him the life he deserved. Yes, adoption is a permanent thing, and financial problems can be temporary. But his life is permanent, and I couldn't see any way to raise him as well as his adoptive parents could. For me, it was all about his life. Not an easy decision, believe me I know. But think long and hard about your baby, as well as your life. Adoption can be a good decision, too.
Whatever you decide, know you have lots of support and prayers here!
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