Hi, congrats on your new baby!
I know how you feel... I got pregnant and never wanted a baby in a miillion years. So, I thought that if I placed the child for adoption then my life would just go on, and I could put things behind me. (But I realized later that its not that easy!) I made an adoption plan, and things were headed that way... That is, until I saw my precious girl after birth. To the dismay of the adoption agency and the potential adoptive parents, I kept the baby, despite all my fears. For me, it was the best decision ever. Every day, I don't have to wonder and worry about her because she is with me. If I placed her, I would have an emptiness for the rest of my life. This is just MY story though. You or others may feel differently. Oceans does a great job at pointing out that there are many areas of life that will be affected with your decison. But to me, it is all worth it! Especially if your family is supportive. Also, there is WIC and a lot of programs that are very easy to get involoved in. You would be surprised at the resources that are so EASY to get to, as others have already posted. People in this country are very helpful to new moms with lower incomes if that is an issue. Don't let that be a factor... I wish you the very best!! Pm me or email me at
simpleme33@gmail.com if I can help in any way. xxx