How is open adoption different?

Open Adoptions are built off an honest, trust-based relationship between you and adoptive parents. In open adoption, birth mothers are given the peace of mind offered by seeing their child being well-cared for and knowing that he or she is happy and healthy. Whether adoptive parents realize it or not, the birth parents will always be a part of the adoption process as the child grows. By having an active and healthy partnership with you from the beginning of the adoption process, adoptive parents can provide their child with the information and emotional support he or she needs to build identity and self-esteem.

1. What is open adoption?
2. How is open adoption different?
3. As a birth parent, am I ready for open adoption?
4. What is contact like in an open adoption?
5. Is open adoption the best choice for the child?
6. How does A Child's Waiting ensure that the child is placed in the right home?
7. What is the process after you have selected an adoptive family?
8. I'm interested in open adoption, what should I do next?

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