Post by probonoworks on Jan 19, 2008 8:58:08 GMT -5
For some women who are considering an alternative to parenting, this may be the first big decision they'll ever make. For others, making decisions independently is nothing new.
No matter how vast your decision-making experience, choosing your baby's best future is one of the biggest, most profound decisions you will ever make. Your emotional vulnerability will likely be at an all-time high, not only because of the mega-dose of hormones being pumped through your body, but obviously, you are now responsible for the future of another humans life.
No matter how complex or unique your own situation - everyone has a completely different pregnancy experience - when all is stripped away, there are three choices: to parent, to adopt or to abort.
Each decision brings with it myriad considerations - financial impact, emotional outcomes, medical possibilities, day care necessities, degree of family support or emotional support, to name but a few.
When all of these expenses are added up, it will cost approximately $12,000 - $24,000 per year to raise a child. This estimate does not include education and other items that children will require.
It is best to talk with a knowledgeable adoption or family counselor professional who understands how adoption works and can explain the process to you correctly and help you explore your options.
No matter how vast your decision-making experience, choosing your baby's best future is one of the biggest, most profound decisions you will ever make. Your emotional vulnerability will likely be at an all-time high, not only because of the mega-dose of hormones being pumped through your body, but obviously, you are now responsible for the future of another humans life.
No matter how complex or unique your own situation - everyone has a completely different pregnancy experience - when all is stripped away, there are three choices: to parent, to adopt or to abort.
Each decision brings with it myriad considerations - financial impact, emotional outcomes, medical possibilities, day care necessities, degree of family support or emotional support, to name but a few.
When all of these expenses are added up, it will cost approximately $12,000 - $24,000 per year to raise a child. This estimate does not include education and other items that children will require.
It is best to talk with a knowledgeable adoption or family counselor professional who understands how adoption works and can explain the process to you correctly and help you explore your options.