Dear Nat's First Mother,
I firmly believe that no matter what, we are stronger for what we endure. This is an almost unbelievable situation--one which no one would ever expect or want to go through. There was no way you could have anticipated the outcome.
Please encourage Natalie to seek counseling NOW! If there is a Bethany office close by, I highly recommend their counseling. Yes, they ARE an adoption agency, but they ALSO offer family counseling as well. You can reach them at
www.bethany.org or 1-800-BETHANY. Should Natalie choose adoption for her baby, I'm sure you will be there for her to help her make a good choice. If she chooses to parent, I'm sure you will be there for her as well.
Your story makes my heart ache for you and for Natalie. As an adoptive mom, it seems evil to take such a precious gift as prenthood and twist it into something so. . . so. . . WRONG!
Sarah