What is Open Adoption?

Open adoption is the most transparent and communicative option available today. In an open adoption arrangement, the birth parent(s) maintain direct communication and contact with their child and the adoptive family throughout the child’s life.

This relationship can evolve over time and may include:

• Regular phone calls and video chats
• Email correspondence and text messaging
• Exchange of photos and updates about milestones
• In-person visits during holidays or special occasions
• Participation in important events like birthdays or graduations
• Ongoing relationship building between all parties involved

Open adoption allows birth parents to remain connected to their child’s life while respecting the adoptive family’s role as the child’s parents. This type of adoption requires strong communication skills and mutual respect among all parties involved.

In Colorado, a legally binding agreement (Post- Adoption Contact Agreement or PACA) may be signed outlining the relationship between the birth parents and adoptive parents. Both parties must agree to the contact outlined in the PACA.