During the home study process the applicant (s) will be creating a family profile which will be shared with birthparents as they decide which family is best suited to parent their baby. (coloradocs.org)
The majority of birthparents with whom Abrazo works hope to place with couples who do not already have children, to ensure that the baby they place will be the family's firstborn. (abrazo.org)
Regarding the exclusive roles of parents (birthparents as life givers, adoptive parents as caregivers), Gritter says (p. 153), «Open adoption recognizes the deep sadness associated with not being able to provide a vital dimension of parenting.» (lavenderluz.com)