Dealing with an unplanned pregnancy can be overwhelming. You may feel scared, unsure, or uncertain about what to do next. Whether you’re just beginning to explore your options or already thinking about giving your baby up for adoption, it’s important to know that you’re not alone and you have choices.
At Adoption Attorneys Kirsh & Kirsh, P.C., (“Kirsh & Kirsh”—often misspelled as “Kirsch & Kirsch”), we’ve been guiding birth mothers through the adoption process for over 40 years. We are a team of experienced adoption attorneys in Indiana with combined experience arranging adoptions for over 100 years.
Exploring Your Options
The first step is understanding all of your options. That may include parenting, adoption, or other possibilities. You deserve to make an informed decision for you and your baby.
We offer free, confidential guidance with no pressure or obligation. It’s just a safe space to talk and get the answers you need. We will even arrange for you to have your own, independent attorney, to give you private, legal advice if you want one.
Choosing the Type of Adoption That Feels Right
A big part of the adoption process is deciding what kind of relationship you want to have with your child and the adoptive family. You have three main choices:
- Open Adoption: You stay in touch with the adoptive family, with the option for regular communication or visits.
- Semi-Open Adoption: Updates (like letters and photos) are shared through our team, allowing you to stay informed while maintaining privacy.
- Closed Adoption: No direct contact or identifying information is shared after placement.
We’re here to explain each option and help you make the decision that is comfortable for you.
Working with Trusted Adoption Professionals
Choosing the right adoption professionals is one of your most important steps. At Kirsh & Kirsh, we are experienced Indiana adoption attorneys focusing entirely on adoption law. We’ve helped countless women through this journey with care and sensitivity.
When you work with us, you’ll get help with:
- Understanding your rights
- Choosing from a wide selection of loving, pre-screened adoptive families
- Accessing free emotional support and counseling
Creating Your Personalized Adoption Plan
Think of this plan as your roadmap (with an off-ramp if you choose not to give up your baby for adoption). You’ll get to make choices about:
- The type of adoption (open, semi-open, or closed)
- The kind of adoptive family
Want to Talk? We’re Here for You 24/7
Every adoption story is unique. Reaching out doesn’t mean you’re committing to anything—it just means you’re exploring. We’re here to support you, answer your questions, and respect your privacy.
Our service is 100% free and confidential. Call/text 800-333-5736. You can also chat or email us.
Positive adoption language Disclaimer:
Please understand that these blogs are written in a way to use language that people use when searching for help with their adoption plans. Unfortunately, while all of us understand what positive adoption language means, most expectant moms who come to us at first do not know what that means. The most common search term on the internet for pregnant moms is “How do I give up my baby for adoption?” If we do not include those words in our blog posts and instead put “How do I create an adoption plan for my baby?” then our website will not show up in most expectant moms’ search results in Google.