Hello Dr. Laura,
I was listening to your program and heard a young lady call in who was 5 months pregnant asking about adoption. As I listened I was brought to tears. I felt her pain due to being in that young lady's shoes over 6 years ago. I got pregnant at 19 and broke up with the father shortly after finding out I was expecting. I was so scared, confused, and torn about what to do about my pregnancy. I have never believed in abortion but it did cross my mind a couple times.
After my parents found out I was pregnant (I hid it 7 months) they talked to me about adoption. I couldn't imagine giving my child "away" even though I knew I was not ready to be a mother. After lots of crying and praying I decided adoption was best. I placed my son into a home with a stable family who couldn't have other children. The parents were almost 40, both had 2 degrees, they had a 2-year-old biological son, and the mom stayed at home.
Even though it was picture perfect for what I wanted for my son, it was still so hard and painful. I always tell young girls that there is no heartbreak like the pain of placing your child you carried 40 weeks into the hands of his/her "new" mother, but it will end up being one of your proudest moments of your life. Now 6 years later, I know I made the best choice for not only my son, but myself as well.
I am now 26, married to a wonderful man who I will one day have beautiful babies with, involved with a local crisis pregnancy center, emotionally sound, and most importantly I'm oh so happy.
Savannah
