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Myth #1 The birth mother will regret her decision for the rest of her life
Myth #2 Birth mothers who place their children for adoption are uncaring and soon forget about their babies
Myth #3 Adoption damages the child
Myth #4 Most adoptive parents are unfit
Myth #5 The adoption process is secretive
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