The modern adoption process offers more flexibility and choices than ever before, empowering birth mothers to make decisions that align with their needs and desires. If you’re considering adoption, knowing you have options is important.
The different types of adoption available today allow you to tailor the process to your unique situation, giving you a sense of control and peace of mind as you navigate this significant decision.
What Does Adoption Look Like?
One of the biggest changes to adoption in recent years is how much of the process you gain control over. You get to select the adoptive family and your communication level.
We’ll explore the various adoption plans you can have, helping you find the one that best fits your circumstances.
Open Adoption
In an open adoption, you can select the adoptive family for your child. You’ll get to know them and can choose how much information you want to share about yourself.
You also have control over the level of communication you wish to maintain with the adoptive family and your child. You can decide whether to stay in touch through phone, social pages, in-person visits, or email, allowing you to build a relationship that feels right for you.
Semi-Open Adoption
Communication in a semi-open adoption is similar to that in an open adoption but is mediated by a third party, typically the adoption agency or attorney. For instance, the agency or attorney will forward your messages to the adoptive family.
This type of adoption allows you to maintain your privacy by keeping your identifying information confidential, giving you a balance between connection and privacy.
Closed Adoption
In a closed adoption, there is no contact or exchange of information between you and the adoptive family. All identifying details remain confidential; once the adoption is finalized, there is no ongoing communication.
This option provides a high level of privacy and may be the right choice if you prefer not to have any connection with the adoptive family or child after the adoption is complete.
Get Informed
Ohana Health is here to help you better understand the adoption process and connect you with reputable agencies in our area. You can also access no-cost pregnancy services and support that can help you along the way.
Contact us to make a no-cost and confidential appointment today.