A newborn baby was safely surrendered to a Safe Haven Baby Box at a fire station in Fishers, Indiana. The baby is now with Children and Family Services and is safe and healthy.
Key Points
Baby surrendered to Safe Haven Baby Box at fire station in Fishers, Indiana
Baby now with Children and Family Services and is safe and healthy
Indiana's Safe Haven law allows for anonymous surrender of infants 30 days old or younger
Baby boxes are temperature-controlled incubators for safe surrender of infants
Pros
Provides a safe way for parents to surrender infants anonymously without prosecution
Ensures that infants are placed in a secure environment
Allows for quick access to necessary care and services for surrendered infants
Cons
Can be emotionally challenging for parents to surrender their newborn
May lead to concerns about the long-term care and well-being of surrendered infants