[mommy3]

I was a single mom with my first child -- single on purpose like you, although I gave birth. We were and still are very close. There is a special bond, I think, btw good moms and their children when it's just you two. My next two (after several miscarriages) were born to us through adoption -- I was the first to hold my ds and shared hospital care with my littlest dd with her birthmom. I am and have been just as bonded with my younger two since their births. Yes, infants do cry and I do believe there are changes/losses when a child leaves their birthmoms at birth, but you won't be exhausted from the birth and you are also soooo ready to be a mom. I truly believe those additional factors make a huge difference. You'll be there for your child and will be a good mom b/c that's your plan. Best wishes, susan