Actually Quote by Jennifer Gilmore
“The birth mother is placing the baby out of love. I still believe that. Well, the ones we've dealt with who were actually pregnant, anyway.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Mother’s Secret (fiction), 2018
Suggests that some birth mothers place children out of love, questioning motives.
In simple terms: Birth mothers may act out of love.
Recognize complex reasons behind adoption.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social work
- legal adoption
- counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors influence a birth mother’s decision?
- How does love intersect with responsibility?
Not all cases are driven by altruism.