In re Dahata R.

Order unanimously affirmed without costs. Memorandum: Petitioner established by clear and convincing evidence that respondent mother (respondent) abandoned her four children (see, Social Services Law § 384-b [4] [b]; [5] [a]). Contrary to the contention of respondent, the evidence does not establish that petitioner prevented or discouraged her from contacting her children or visiting with them (see, Matter of Nicole P., 275 AD2d 952; Matter of Howard R., 258 AD2d 893, 894). Furthermore, respondent failed to show that she had good reason for failing to visit or otherwise contact the children.…