There are other care arrangements you can consider, which Oranga Tamariki can help you explore.
The main option is for the court to appoint additional guardians for the child for the day-to-day care of the child. Additional guardians will be responsible for the care of your child and can legally make decisions about your child’s upbringing.
In this situation, you would still be a legal guardian of your child. This means you can continue to be involved in decisions about your child’s upbringing.
For more information, see sections “Day-to-day care and contact with a child” and “Guardianship”.