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Adoption Blog
We, at Adoption Attorneys Kirsh & Kirsh, understand that every woman facing an untimely unplanned pregnancy, who thinks about putting up her baby for adoption or, more correctly, making an adoption plan for the baby, wonders the same thing. In fact, if a birth mother is not certain that her newborn will have a happy, […]
No, you do not have to meet anyone from Adoption Attorneys Kirsh & Kirsh, in person, if you would like to learn about giving your baby up for adoption. We are flexible and will explain what’s involved in an adoption in any way you will find helpful – FaceTime, Zoom, text, chat, telephone, email, etc. […]
No, but that was the answer before July 1, 2021, when HB 1448 went into effect. Prior to July 1st, non-residents of Indiana could adopt babies born in Indiana, but the adoption had to take place in their home state unless the child met the definition of “hard to place.” HB 1448 eliminated the residency […]
Most importantly, remember that she is the mother of the child and has the right to make parenting decisions. It is okay to offer guidance and advice, but you should not impose your judgment on her. A good, non-judgmental way to begin a conversation about adoption with a pregnant friend is to ask her: “How […]
As the father of 3 boys and having been married for more than 45 years, I often recall what my father’s words: “Steve, don’t worry; it is just the first 20 years that are the hardest.” I remember him telling me that when my boys were toddlers and going through the terrible twos. As a […]