Adoption Agency Services Explained: What You Need to Know Before You Begin
If you are dealing with an unplanned pregnancy and considering adoption, you’re making a personal and brave decision. We know it can feel overwhelming, especially when unsure where to start or whom to trust. One of the most important first steps is finding the right adoption agency or an adoption attorney to guide and support you. Here’s what you need to know to get started with confidence.
What to Look for in an Adoption Professional
Choose an adoption professional who:
- Is licensed as an agency or attorney
- Offers you the option of choosing from a wide range of adoptive parents
- Encourages you to have your own lawyer
- Supports open adoption
- Offers post-adoption counseling
Questions to Ask Before You Choose
You have the right to ask questions and get honest answers. Use this list when talking with any adoption agency or attorney:
- What kind of support do you offer to birthmothers?
- Can I meet and choose the adoptive family?
- Do you provide post-placement counseling?
- How does open adoption work through your agency?
- What happens if I change my mind?
Why Choose Kirsh & Kirsh, P.C.?
At Kirsh & Kirsh, P.C. (“Kirsh & Kirsh” — often misspelled as “Kirsch & Kirsch”), we’ve been helping women navigate adoption for over 40 years. Our team brings more than 100 years of combined legal experience, and we specialize in making the adoption process as smooth, respectful, and empowering as possible.
Whether you’re just starting to explore your options or ready to make a plan, we’re here to guide you with no pressure, no judgment.
You’re in Control of Your Adoption Plan
Adoption isn’t one-size-fits-all. You get to decide what’s right for you.
- Choose the type of adoption you’re comfortable with (open, semi-open, or closed)
- Pick the adoptive family—you can view profiles and even meet them in person
- Plan your hospital experience—decide who’s with you and what happens after delivery
Take All the Time You Need
Contacting us doesn’t mean you have to work with us or even continue the conversation. You can reach out just to ask questions, and if you decide not to move forward, that’s completely okay.
Our team is available 24/7. Contacting us does not mean you have to work with us. Call 317-575- 5555, text 800-333-5736, or use Facebook Messenger.
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 understand 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.