[taramayrn]

I don't know how parent profiles works as I went through a private agency. But, I was able, if I wanted to meet with as many couples as I needed to do decide if they were the right ones. I would imagine though that if you contact them saying "I am interested but have a few questions to ask before I can make a decision..." that should be okay and honestly if they don't respect your right to ask questions then they aren't the right couple for you and your baby.

Also, one thing to remember is that you don't have to make a decision before the baby is born. Take your time.

As for agencies - they run the gamet - some are pushy, yes and others aren't. Ask birthmothers here what agency they used and if they were happy (but please do so by private message). I don't know how an adoption without an agency would work except that yes, you would need a lawyer.