Even though it feels like a lot in the world has been put on hold in the last few months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the truth is babies are still being born. Adoptions are still happening by the thousands. Yes, the pandemic can at times increase the emotional roller coaster that is the infant adoption journey. The struggles are real, but there is hope. In this episode, we talk about the challenges the pandemic brings but also the positives, the solutions, the work-arounds and the hope that is still here for anyone wanting to adopt. Our guest on the show is Nicole Moore, a Board Certified Adoption Attorney who practices exclusively in the area of adoption law throughout the State of Florida and in conjunction with out-of-state placements. She represents adoptive parents in adoption finalizations and represents several adoption agencies in private adoption placements. Nicole is a member of the prestigious Academy of Adoption and Reproductive Attorneys, the Florida Adoption Council, and the Orange County Bar Association. She handles domestic adoptions and many other forms of adoption. She often speaks publicly on the subject of adoption. We are very blessed to have Nicole on the show to share her experiences and tips with adopting during the Covid-19 pandemic. What you’ll hear on this episode: * How the COVID-19 pandemic has affected infant adoptions in the U.S.* How the restrictions from the pandemic have changed the communication and interaction between hopeful adoptive parents and expectant moms who are planning.* What to expect from adoption professionals (agencies and attorneys) and what work-arounds they are putting in place to make sure infant adoptions are still happening. * How you can make your adoption plans thrive and successfully adopt during the pandemic.* What Nicole says are the most important things that hopeful adoptive parents need to consider when adopting during this pandemic.* Real life stories about how people just like you have successfully adopted even during the Covid pandemic. Links we talk about in this episode: * FloridaAdoptionAttorney.com – Nicole is part of the law offices of Jeanne T. Tate in Florida where they focus on providing legal services to adoptive parents, adoption agencies, and birth parents in a professional and supportive environment. Adoption law is complicated and challenging and requires the dedication of an experienced legal staff. Unlike other family law firms that practice law in a variety of areas, attorneys at Jeanne T. Tate, P.A. focus solely on the practice of adoption.* Email Nicole directly – Nicole graciously provides her direct email address if you have questions about adoption or want to know more about how to work with her on your adoption journey.* Heart Of Adoptions – adoption agency Nicole works with in Florida. They handle domestic infant adoptions in and outside of Florida. * IAG Adoption Support Group – come and join the 2,000 people in this amazing (and private) Facebook support group for anyone who is considering infant adoption, has already started the adoption journey, or has already adopted.*