Dear Lady. ANn:
I don’t know if I will get the answers I need, but I will give it a try. I am 17 and pregnant. As you can imagine, this is definitely not the kind of life I really wanted. But things happen, and this is where I’m at. The father of my child is as young and more irresponsible than I am. I couldn’t bring myself to abort for so many reasons. But I do know that I can’t care for this child like it deserves.
I would love to give my baby up for adoption. I told my mom but she thinks I will regret it for the rest of my life. I’ve done lots of reading and it’s a mixed feeling. Some people say it was the best decision they ever made and others just wish they had the courage to keep their baby. But I know I can neither provide for this child nor even give them the love they truly deserve. I can’t do this. It is a huge responsibility to have a baby and I can’t do it. So, I guess my question is, do you also think I will regret this? Please help!
#DLATribe, please let’s spread love and encouragement!