Your Relationship with the Adoptive Family

As a woman considering placing a baby for adoption, it is up to you to decide what kind of relationship you want to have with the adoptive parents — both during and after this process. Depending on what you want out of your adoption experience, you can:

• Get to know the adoptive parents during your pregnancy
• Decide what kinds of communication you’re comfortable with — texting, talking on the phone, exchanging emails, meeting in person and more
• Spend time with the adoptive family at the hospital
• Have future visits with the adoptive family and your child as he or she grows up
• And much more

The type and amount of contact you want to have is completely up to you! To help you explore your options and decide what’s best for you, the guides below offer details about open, semi-open and closed adoption, as well as some tips and suggestions for getting to know the adoptive family and developing a relationship with them.

If you want to get more information about open adoption, or start looking for the perfect adoptive family now,  contact an adoption agency today.

Placing Your Baby in an Open Adoption [What it is and How it Works]

What is Semi-Open Adoption? [And Could it Be Right for You?]

What is Closed Adoption? [Pros & Cons of This Option]

Open vs. Closed Adoption [How to Decide]

Questions to Ask Adoptive Parents

Open Adoption Pros & Cons [The Complete Guide]