What is Open Adoption in Iowa?

Adoption means placing your baby’s needs above your desire to parent. This is an incredibly selfless, but difficult decision but it doesn’t have to mean saying goodbye forever to your baby.

Because you’re in complete control of your journey, you get to decide if you want to stay in touch with your child’s adoptive family through open adoption in Iowa.

We know that you probably have questions about what this relationship can look like. Every adoption is unique and the beauty of open adoption in Iowa is that you can tailor it to however you envision your relationship to look like post-adoption.

If you’re interested in an open adoption, contact us online now or call us at 1-800-ADOPTION to speak with a specialist who can walk you through what an open adoption relationship will look like in your situation. 

What is Open Adoption in Iowa?

Open adoption is a unique approach to adoption where you can choose to maintain some level of ongoing contact with the adoptive family of your choice after the adoption is finalized.

It's a beautiful way to stay connected to your child, witnessing their growth at whatever level you’re comfortable with.

This means you can be a part of every milestone, birthday, holiday, letting you be a cheerleader on the sidelines knowing your child is living a life full of opportunity. Not only that, but as your child gets older, they’ll have a better sense of where they came from avoiding identity issues that often arise with adoptees.

How Does Open Adoption Work?

In an open adoption, you have the freedom to choose the level of contact you wish to have with the adoptive family and your child. When you choose an open adoption, you can choose to stay in contact with the adoptive family and your baby through:

• Texts

• In-person visits

• Pictures and Videos

• Phone calls

• Facetime calls

• And more

Your dedicated specialist will guide you through the process, making sure your preferences are met every step of the way.  When you decide how much contact you’re comfortable with, they’ll send you profiles of adoptive families that match your communication preferences.

We Only Work With Open Adoption Families

If you’re considering placing your baby for open adoption in Iowa, we can help you find the perfect adoptive family. Here’s how we ensure that any adoptive family you choose is open to post-adoption contact:

• The families we work with must be open to some degree of direct contact with you through email or over the phone.

• We ensure that all open adoption families in Iowa are comfortable with at least one in-person visit within the first five years of your child’s life

• The adoptive families know that their first and last names may be shared at some point in the adoption process.

We can help you navigate communication with the adoptive families at any point before, during or after the adoption process.

To get a head start on your search for families who want an open adoption relationship, check out our waiting families page.

What If I Don’t Want an Open Adoption in Iowa? [Semi-Open Adoption]

If you're not initially ready to have direct communication with the adoptive family after the adoption, your specialist can always help you navigate your relationship with the family. This is referred to as a semi-open adoption and just like open adoption can be customized depending on what you’re comfortable with. While it may not involve direct contact, it still allows you to get updates on your child’s growth from afar.

You also have the flexibility to change your mind and transition to a more open arrangement in the future, should you decide that you want more contact.

Remember, you’re in complete control of every decision in your journey and we’re there to ensure that your wishes are always followed.

Our Commitment to You

Even after the adoption is finalized, we’ll continue to be there for you, offering guidance and support as you navigate this new chapter in your life.

Whether it's helping you draft texts or facilitating communication, we're here to ensure that your post-adoption relationship is exactly how you envision it.

Not every birth mother feels comfortable remaining connected to their child. It is 100% your decision and we’ll be there to support you regardless of the relationship you choose to pursue.

Want to start looking at open adoption families? Call 1-800-ADOPTION or complete this form to connect with a specialist now.

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