What are open and closed adoptions?
After meetings or talks with your social worker, you will need to decide whether you want an “open” or “closed” adoption. In an open adoption, you may choose to talk with the adoptive family on the phone, meet them in person, receive letters and pictures after the baby is placed with the new family, and in general form a relationship with appropriate boundaries. We can write an agreement signed by both parties detailing the understanding regarding the openness between both families. An open adoption and agreements are done in good faith but are not enforceable by law. In a closed adoption, there is no contact with the child or the adoptive family. Adoption-Link supports both open and closed adoptions, and we will match you with a family who shares your preference. We encourage you to discuss this with your worker and if you wish Adoption-Link can put you in touch with other birthparents who can help you with these and other questions.
