Common misconceptions about open adoptions

Here are some very prevalent misconceptions about open adoption.

Misconceptions regarding birthmothers

• You will have an active parenting role in your child's life.
• You will confuse the child with your presence.
• You are trying to have it both ways -- being a parent, but not taking responsibility.

Misconceptions regarding adoptees

• You will be confused if your birthparents visit you while growing up.
• You will never truly be part of either family, just a shared commodity between the two.
• You will use your birthparents as ammunition to get what you want from your adoptive parents (and vice versa).

Misconceptions regarding adoptive parents

• You will be regarded as a "babysitter" to your adopted child.
• You will not have control over making decisions for your child.
• You will have to include the birth family in every aspect of your life.

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