This Is Uncomfortable

A better life

Jul 13, 2023
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ADVICE

Choosing Adoptive Families

  • When choosing an adoptive family, prioritize open adoptions to maintain ongoing contact with the child.
  • Also prioritize financial stability over blood ties to ensure a secure upbringing for the child.
ANECDOTE

Struggle to Bond Post-Birth

  • After birth, Susan hesitated to breastfeed because bonding might make it impossible to place her daughter for adoption.
  • She fought natural maternal desires to emotionally prepare for separation.
ANECDOTE

Last-Minute Doubts About Adoption

  • Hours before discharge, Susan wanted to pull the emergency brake on placing her baby.
  • She struggled intensely with doubting the adoption decision up until final moments.
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