I'm considering giving up custody of my child. How do I decide?

This is a tough decision and I'm sorry to hear you have to make it! I would start with weighing out what is best for the child and what I can change. For example, if I feel that I cannot financially provide for my child and I cannot change that, I would consider that a reason to give up custody. Another scenario might be I am unable to care for my child because I cannot handle the responsibilities. I would ask myself "Is it possible for me to get help and/or improve my ability to handle these responsibilities?" If not, perhaps I would have to consider giving up custody for the betterment of the child's future. To conclude, it comes down to how much I am able to change to ensure a safe and loving environment for my child. If I cannot make those changes, then I would have to look at other options. I wholeheartedly believe one of the greatest acts of love can be giving a child to someone who is able to provide a better life for them. it is one of the ultimate acts of selflessness if done with the right intent.

Giving up custody is an extremely heavy choice. To ensure this is more of a permanent feeling rather than situational, I would recommend reaching out to your loved ones and perhaps even a professional. Is this really what you want? Is there a way you could prevent this? Is there a way you could alleviate this feeling? These are questions they can help you answer, but ultimately you know yourself better than anyone else. Reaching out can help discover this answer so you truly discover what you're feeling.

This is a very complicated decision and depends on many variables including financial and emotional situation. You might want to speak with someone who know the situation better

Only do it if you're for sure that it would be best for you child. Do you think that the other person would be better for your child? Try not to be selfish in this situation. Think about the future and the relationship you'd have with your child.