Why do parents give up children for adoption?

1. Financial issues are always a big reason.
Some parents feel that without a stable income, they cannot provide their child with the type of life they feel that their child deserves. It can seem overwhelming to suddenly have another person who depends on you not just financially but emotionally. Maybe you already have children and cannot afford raising another one.
2. Some expectant parents feel that their age and inexperience in life would give their child an unfair disadvantage.
While the average age of a relinquishing mother is in her early 20's, some are younger. (And some are older.) The recognition of the need for things like a high school diploma or a college degree to properly provide for a child are reasons of why younger parents might consider placement.
3. A complete lack of support from family members is  another reason some parents consider placement.
While some mothers and fathers are able to continue on with their education after an unplanned pregnancy, it is usually due to the help of immediate family members. If  parents have thrown you out of the house it may seem very scary to make an attempt at parenting with no help. In many instances mothers give children up for adoption because the father has left the house and they feel that they are alone and cannot raise a child on their own.


Have in mind that there are many services out there that can help single mothers as well as parents with low income to raise a happy child. If you already have decided on giving your child for adoption be sure to take him/her to a well suited agency or foster home. These agencies will find a healthy and loving family for your child and will make sure that he/she is safe.