To search or not to search?
Everyone's experience of adoption is different, as are motives for obtaining more information about the child once they reach adulthood. If you are thinking of searching for an adopted child, discuss your options with supportive friends or family. You may also wish to seek counselling or support from a service such as PARC or PASQ.
What does searching for an adopted child involve?
The information sheets attached below will help you through the process of searching for an adopted child.
If you have difficulties with your search or would like to discuss any aspect of your adoption experience, contact us.
In NSW and ACT contact PARC.
In Queensland contact PASQ.
More information
- Information for Birth Parents
- Search Information for Birth Parents in NSW
- Information for Birth Parents on Placing a Contact Veto in NSW
- Applying for a Supply Authorityin NSW
- Information for Birthparents Considering Reunion
- Pros & cons of contacting adoptive parents
- Women who have placed more than one child
- Writing to an adopted person
- Birth Parents Affected by a Contact Veto in NSW
- The Reality of Your Child's Adoption