What is open adoption compared to a closed adoption?
Open adoption gives you, the birthparent, the right to choose the adoptive family for your child. While many adoptions are considered open, the amount of personal information shared between birth parents and adoptive parents varies with each adoption. This is based on your comfort level as well as the adoptive family. Some disclose all information such as full name, address, phone number, etc. and others may only disclose first names and have all contact through an agency. You may select the adoptive parent based on their profile, letter, and photo album. You may or may not meet them. This is your choice. You can talk to prospective adoptive parents via email, the phone, or in person. You may talk to one adoptive family or many. This too is your choice. Remember you have many options and should do what is best for you and your baby. Many birthparents take the time before the baby is born to develop a friendship with the adoptive parents. This is a great opportunity for the adoptive fam
