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Open vs. Closed Adoption

Closed adoption disadvantages

For many years, closed adoption was the norm. People didn’t really talk about adoption openly. Many adopted children did not know their birth parents. Today,

Closed adoption for my baby

Closed adoption for my baby: how does this work? If you are considering a closed adoption for your baby, it’s important to learn more about

Closed adoption pros & cons

What can I expect with a closed adoption? I decided to write about closed adoption pros and cons because not only is there a lot

Semi-open adoption pros & cons

Many women want a semi-open relationship with the adoptive family and their baby. For these women, semi-open adoption may be the best choice. There are

Understanding Open Adoption

Open adoption is a relatively new concept. Understanding open adoption is an important part of making your adoption plan. Many women who are thinking about

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