MYTH #7: No one else can love a child as much as the birth mother. Adoptive parents can love your child as fully and unselfishly as biological parents. Good parenting is a matter of unconditional love and acceptance, consistency, nurturing, and caring in a way that puts the needs of the child first. Ask any adoptive parent about their experience and you will be convinced that your child will be treasured. In addition, they are able to give your child many gifts a young parent may not be able to provide: Shared responsibility between two parents Financial security Maturity and wisdom that comes with age and life experiences Spiritual direction Plenty of time to spend with their children. Most adoptive couples are finished with their education and are established and secure in their careers You may be excited one day, confused and fearful the next. You may even wonder if you will ever be happy again. All these emotions will come together appropriately in time. However, an unplanned pregnancy is not the end of the world for you. Thousands of young people have come through their pregnancies wiser, more mature, more responsible, and more compassionate. Although they never would have chosen this experience, they have faced it courageously and grown tremendously. They have gone on to lead happy, meaningful lives. You will too! We're here to help you!