Do you sometimes wish you chose to put your child up for adoption?

Yes, I know exactly how you are feeling. I feel bad like maybe she could have a better chance at life or guilty that I don't know if I make her feel loved enough. I don't sleep, I barely ever did before she was born and that overall has been taking a toll on my health but I don't know what else I'm supposed to do at this point because I can't go back and change things. And moving forward I feel so guilty and have also thought about ending it

The system are failing kids left and right I could not ever do that it’s just a crazy world out here

I truly thought about it because I’m only 22 and I am raising her in my own. But foster kids aren’t always treated kindly. Babies get adopted quicker, like how people always choose the cute puppies in a shelter rather than the older dogs, but the system isn’t always kind to those kids

I've never had the thought about adoption, but raising a child is a hard job. I have a 2 year old, and I feel like I fail him every day. I work from home, and even though I'm with him every day and have the ability to be able to watch him, I still feel like I neglect him a lot. He wants more attention and a lot of the time I can't give it to him because of work. I try my best to make up for it as soon as I clock out, but I understand how you may be feeling. Sending love and prayers your way. It truly is a tough job and no handbook.

I couldn't do that myself. Not just because the system is fucked, but a piece of me would be out there probably feeling lost and afraid. I guess I love myself too much to have a part of me out there. If that makes any sense? That's really where this starts too, you have to take care of your mental health. If we aren't taking care of ourselves, we can't take care of anyone else Don't be afraid to ask for help when you're feeling overwhelmed. Family or friends, Hell even strangers. Just like this post, there are numbers you can call. Nurses or mental health professionals that can help reassure you that you're doing all the right things for baby. Just don't give up, keep looking for healthy ways to cope.🙏❤️

@Jenna Why don't you sleep?

@Kelly I really don't know. I just don't take good care of myself or mentally think things through, I think I'm mentally checked out a lot

You should go speak to your doctor, as you might need to go on medication to help with how you feel. Not sleeping can honestly make you feel like you're going insane. Does your partner help you? Xx

@Kelly yeah I've contemplated, I feel like I just don't think or use my brain or listen to how my body feels. I have passed out twice since having my daughter too. Me and my partner aren't together right now

@Jenna Ohh I'm sorry! Life can be so hard sometimes. :( When i had my first born my mum was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. I definitely felt like I could have gone with her as well. I have learnt to just take each day as it comes and try and find enjoyment in the little things. Just remember you are so important to your babies. Xx