In re Ashlynn H.

Syllabus

A father appeals the termination of his parental rights to his child. The trial court determined that there were statutory grounds for terminating the father's parental rights and that termination was in the child's best interest. On appeal, we conclude that the father was given sufficient notice of three statutory grounds: abandonment by failure to visit or support the expectant mother, abandonment by wanton disregard, and failure to manifest an ability and willingness to assume custody or financial responsibility of his child. The record contains clear and convincing evidence to support two of the grounds for termination. But, because the trial court's order lacks sufficient findings regarding the child's best interest, we vacate and remand.