When I found out I was pregnant, I felt everything at once—fear, anxiety, even a little bit of happiness. It was completely unplanned. I was living with my boyfriend at the time, and we were both working, trying to make ends meet. The news hit hard. I was overwhelmed.
His reaction was… not good. He was angry and immediately asked me to get an abortion. He brought it up more than once—he asked again when I was five months along. He made it very clear he didn’t want a child with me, didn’t want to be involved, and didn’t think he could support another child financially or emotionally. The stress took a toll on both of us.
I knew abortion wasn’t an option for me—not because I judged anyone else, but because of my own personal beliefs. I kept thinking, there has to be something better. That’s when adoption became a real possibility. I knew I couldn’t raise another child on my own, especially as a single mom with one child already. My family wasn’t an option either. I had to be honest with myself about what I could handle and what was best for the baby.
Adoption gave me peace. It gave my child a chance to be raised by two people who were ready—people who wanted a child, who were excited to be parents, and who would fully embrace the responsibility of raising her. I wanted to give that kind of gift to someone.
I found Graceful Adoptions after searching online. They had the most reviews—and the best ones. The stories from other women made me feel like I was in good hands, and I was right. From the moment I reached out, the staff was uncommonly kind, patient, and never pushy. I’ve never met so many genuinely nice people in my life. They made the process feel less scary—they talked to me like a real person, and explained everything clearly. It wasn’t complicated or overwhelming, which was the last thing I expected from something so emotional.
Choosing the adoptive parents, Amanda and Justin, came naturally. We just clicked. We had similar values and hobbies, and they were so kind-hearted. I could tell they would love my child the way I hoped someone would. I wasn’t just giving them a baby—I was helping them become a family.
Since the adoption, my life has gotten better. I have more support now. I’ve met some incredible people through this process—people I hope will be part of my life for a long time. It’s like gaining a whole new community.
If you’re thinking about adoption, my advice is to take your time. Think through all your options, and when you go into the process, keep an open heart. Interview families, ask questions, and try to see the bigger picture. Remember why you’re doing this. It’s not about giving up. It’s about giving more—more opportunity, more love, more life.
And if you’re considering adoption, definitely consider Graceful Adoptions. They treated me like family. They care deeply, not just about adoptive families, but about birth mothers too. I always felt seen, heard, and supported. That made all the difference.
