You could be considering an adoption for your unplanned pregnancy. Adoption can be a bittersweet process, but it can benefit you, your child, and the adoptive family. We know it isn’t easy, but we can help you through this time.
Your Adoption Options
When considering adoption, women are in all types of situations. It’s essential to learn which adoption plan works best for you based on your life circumstances and the relationship you desire with your child. Adoption has dramatically improved over the decades, giving birth mothers many more choices.
There are three kinds of adoption plans:
1. Open Adoption
With this type of adoption, the birth mother can select and meet the adoptive family. She can set the terms for communication and details such as how they will communicate, how often, and if she will want to visit.
Many women choose open adoption for the following reasons:
- They want a relationship with their child and the adoptive family.
- They want their child to know their heritage.
- They want to see their child develop and grow.
2. Semi-Open Adoption
With semi-open adoption, a third party facilitates all communication between the birth mother and adoptive family. The birth mother receives updates as often as she wants and has agreed upon with the adoptive family. No contact information is exchanged for confidentiality, only first names.
3. Closed Adoption
With a closed adoption, no communication is made between parties. Everything is private and strictly confidential. An adoption agency selects the adoptive family, and the courts seal the original birth certificate. Some women choose this option because they want complete anonymity.
Learn More About Adoption
Do you have questions about the adoption process and if it’s right for you? Talk with us today to learn more and connect to community adoption resources.
Know the facts to make a confident decision around adoption. Contact us today to get started.