What is open adoption?

Open adoption is a form of adoption where birth parents, adoptive parents, and the adopted child have some contact. In Texas, contact between the birth family and the adoptive family is legally allowed, but the amount of contact is determined by the birth family and the adoptive family. Open adoption can involve anything from an exchange of letters and pictures to in-person visits. In open adoption, conversations and information can be exchanged between the birth family, adoptive family, and adopted child. This can provide information about the adopted child’s family history that may have been lost otherwise. Open adoption can also provide comfort to the birth family who may be struggling with the decision to place their child for adoption. Open adoption also gives the adopted child access to their biological family which can be beneficial to them as they get older. This access can add to their understanding of their identity and help them find answers to their questions about their birth family. Open adoptions are becoming more common in Texas and other states in the US. It is a great way to provide contact and information between the birth family, adoptive family, and adoptee while also honoring the wishes of the birth family.

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