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What to Expect After Placement: A Week-by-Week Guide for Utah & Idaho Families

The First 72 Hours: Recovery, Consent & Communication Birth mother recovery: Prioritize rest, pain management, and clear follow-up instructions. Consent timing: Discuss timing with your attorney/caseworker per Utah and Idaho law. No one should pressure you. Openness touch-point: Agree on first updates (text/photo/short call) that match your plan. Thinking Adoption Contact Us Week 1–2: ICPC, Paperwork & Settling In If out of state: ICPC approval usually takes 5–14 days before baby travels