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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You tell your sister that you will not be able to take the child, period. [/quote]

This is what I am struggling with. OP here. It is so cruel and unfair. I see my nephew and see what a child can become if they have a stable home and support and it breaks my heart to do that. [/quote]

You need to be honest.  What was possible for you in your nephew's situation may not be possible 18 years later.

What may have been quite doable to you at the age of 30 (or whatever) might be too daunting at 48.  Your own life circumstances have changed - you are now a married mother of 3 children plus you are still raising your 18 year old nephew.  Adding a newborn into the mix may be more than you and your husband could legitimately handle.  What happens if one of your own children has a baby and needs your help?

You are one person, Op.  It is o.k. to be honest with your sister:  You are not in the position to raise another child. Period.  Your sister sounds like an awful person, btw.  I am so sorry.[/quote]

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