Adoption is a pregnancy decision that is full of options that will honor your immediate and long-term goals.
Adoption also centers around an adoption plan, a document outlining those goals. You will work with an adoption agency or attorney to make an adoption plan.
What Type of Adoption Plans Are Available?
There are three types of adoption plans, and each is customizable depending on your preferences:
Open Adoption
This type of plan involves ongoing communication between the birth parents and the adoptive family. This can include in-person visits, phone calls, or regular updates through letters and photos. Open adoption is a good option if you want to maintain a relationship with the child and adoptive family.
Closed Adoption
This means there is no contact between the birth parents and the adoptive family after the adoption is finalized. All identifying information is kept confidential, and the courts seal the records. This option provides privacy for both parties and might be a beneficial choice if your identity needs to remain private. However, closed adoptions are rare today.
Semi-Open Adoption
This type of plan falls between the two. This plan facilitates communication through an adoption agency or third party. Birth parents and adoptive families may exchange letters or photos without sharing personal details or direct contact. This allows you to have contact without sharing personal information.
Choosing an Adoption Agency or Attorney
An adoption agency or attorney will help you make an adoption plan. For many women, an adoption agency is the best path, as reputable agencies offer adoption counseling and are there to ensure you understand every step of the adoption process. If you already know the adoptive family (for example, they’re a relative), an adoption attorney can help you finalize the legal matters.
Both adoption agencies and attorneys can help you make an adoption plan and customize it according to your specific goals and desires.
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