International adoption rates plummet, domestic numbers rise

International adoption rates are plummeting because of a crackdown on baby-selling, tighter international regulation, an under-peformoming global economy, and backlash from various kidnapping scandals. Domestic adoptions – around the globe – are increasing.

Locals form "Globally Connected: The International Adoption Community of Bay County"

International adoption can be a joyful journey, but also a challenging one. That's why some local women are forming a support group for families who have adopted internationally.

International Adoption was Refuge for Both Mother and Daughter

Children’s Hope International helps Missouri mom, who was adopted from Vietnam, adopt a special needs orphan from ChinaSt. Louis, MO (PRWEB) May 12, 2012 Little Tia smiles, laughs, and will bump fists as a greeting. It is normal behavior for a 2 year old but extraordinary for a newly adopted Chinese orphan with special needs. Her new mother, Amy Soar, understands how international adoption can ...

Mothers share a special bond after open adoption

For five years, Michaela Stanberry dreamed of being a mother. She and her husband, Todd, of Shreveport, had been through five intrauterine inseminations and two in vitro fertilizations until their doctors declared the couple as suffering from "unexplained infertility."

Closed adoption agency under investigation

Closed adoption agency under investigation Adoption Services Associates Inc., a San Antonio-based international adoption agency that filed for bankruptcy liquidation last week, is under investigation by the Texas attorney general for possible consumer fraud. More than 900 couples from around the globe are listed as creditors in ASA's bankruptcy case, including some in despair over money and ...