What is the process after you have selected an adoptive family?

Depending on how they are with the adoptive family, many birth mothers invite the adoptive parents to come spend time with the baby at the hospital after birth. Before the child can be voluntarily placed for adoption, you must wait a designated amount of time. In Ohio, for example, this waiting period is 72 hours. During this time, the relationship between you, the adoptive parents and baby will be solidified. Once the child is placed, the visiting and contact plan established before placement will be followed and adapted as needs and expectations change. A Child's Waiting will be available through the entire process to offer answers and mediation.

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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