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12/18/00 - Kids Talk... About Adoption
Adopted kids, and children of adoptees and birth parents give their unique views. 'Out of the mouths of babes...'

12/11/00 - Adoption Has Its Grinches Too
A Seussian parody for the holiday season.

11/27/00 - Annoying Things People Say
What annoys us? Here are some of the most commonly heard insulting, inappropriate, and irritating comments, contributed by members of all segments of the adoption community.

11/20/00 - A Voice for Teen Adoptees
Teen adoptees are bright, opinionated, and on the Web. Meet Jenny Pettenger, a young woman with a mission, and creator of the Teen Adoptees Web site.

11/13/00 - Thankful for...
We're sharing Thanksgiving thoughts and traditions. Meet both of my families, for whom I am especially thankful.

11/06/00 - The Love Value of Food
Is the amount you spend on food for your household indicative of how much you love your children? Researchers slam adoptive parents and inspire the press to new lows, igniting tempers.

10/30/00 - Inside a Romanian Orphanage
The story of Leslie McCarthy's year working in a state orphanage offers a first-hand account of conditions in Eastern European institutions, and a look at the impact one person's contributions of time and love can have in the life of a child.

10/23/00 - Hague Convention Becomes U.S. Law
Intended to reduce abuses and expedite legal intercountry adoptions, implementation procedures are still needed. Bill Pierce, former CEO of the National Council for Adoption and part of the U.S. Delegation that helped draft the Convention, explains.

10/16/00 - Where to Start? First Steps in the Adoption Process
You've read about the various types of adoption and you're ready to move forward. But where do you start? Here are some of the best starting places on the Web for those who are ready for the next step.

10/09/00 - Celebrate Adoption!
November is National Adoption Awareness Month 2000, and it's not too early to get started with plans to organize or participate in activities. Find ideas for every day of the month and share your own.

Sing Me A Song of Adoption
Looking for that song that expresses just what you feel? Whether your taste runs to the sentimental or cynical, there are songs for everyone about the emotion of adoption. Check these links to lyrics and sound clips.

09/11/00 - Older Single Parent Adoption From China
Sharon Kaufman, former Executive Director of the Joint Council on International Children's Services, shares her personal experience and thoughts on older single parent adoption. At 51, Sharon adopted her daughter from China.

09/04/00 - Family Matters: Our Family Album
Shameless bragging is the prerogative of all families and our Adoption Community here at is no different! Meet families from across the country and around the world, and learn how to do some bragging of your own.

08/28/00 - By The Numbers: Registry Statistics
We're tracking statistics drawn from our reunion registry. Who is searching for whom? How many male adoptees are searching? Get an idea when you follow these updated numbers.

08/21/00 - Reaching the Top: Adoptees at the Olympics
Meet 11 adoptees from around the world who have gone for the glory at the Olympic Games.

08/14/00 - Bookmaking... For Life
Creating a lifebook for an adopted or foster child is a way to focus on the personal history of one individual. An online tutorial and a new book tell all about them, how to make them, and how they can be used to promote attachment and a positive grasp of identity.

07/31/00 - A Scottish Adoption Journey
While unusual, a three-year journey through the assessment process isn't unheard of for those hoping to adopt in Scotland. Read about the process, laws, and children in care.

07/24/00 - Adoptive Breastfeeding
Adoptive mothers can - and do - breastfeed successfully. For those who are interested, there's a wealth of information, support, and community.

07/21/00 - Telling the Teachers
At the beginning of every school year, adoptive parents consider whether or not tell teachers that their children joined their families through adoption. Both sides of the discussion are presented to help you make your decision.

07/14/00 - It's a RAD RAD World
Families living with the challenges of Reactive Attachment Disorder were the focus of an evening of chat. Listen in and benefit from the experience of these committed parents.

07/10/00 - Navigating the Agency Maze
Adoption agencies are a flourishing presence on the Internet, but how do you know which ones are really best for you? Here are some tips to help expectant and prospective adoptive parents navigate the maze.

07/03/00 - Reunion: Hearts on the Line
Contact after search should be approached with the understanding that tunnel vision, focused only on our own purpose, may lead us to ignore the impact of our actions on those we touch along the way.

06/26/00 - So You Want to Have Sex?
If you think fathers can be overly protective of their daughters' virtue, think again! They've got nothing on birthmothers, as you'll see in this Application for Relationship.

06/19/00 - Adopting a Substance-Exposed Child
Adopting a child prenatally exposed to drugs, alcohol, or other substances can occur in infant and older child adoptions, domestic or international, public, private, or independent. Resources for parents before, during, and after adoption.

06/12/00 - Sound of Silence: Birthfathers
Birthfathers are the most silent group in the adoption community as far as participation in online groups, reunion registries, and extended families. A community discussion explores why this might be the case.

06/05/00 - 'Rebirthing' Controversy
The death of a 10-year old adoptee has raised serious questions about practitioners and therapies in the treatment of Attachment Disorder.

05/29/00 - The Hague Convention
Legislation in Congress proposes several changes in intercountry adoption. The ratification and implementation plan is supported by many, lambasted by others. What's the story?

05/22/00 - The Great Adoption Traveling Show
The writers say they did extensive research to present an accurate portrayal of adoption. Take a look at the bubbles generated by adoption in the soaps.

05/08/00 - Openness in Adoption
At the Dave Thomas Center for Adoption Law symposium on open records and open adoption, there lots of discussion, differing viewpoints, and some surprises along the way.

05/01/00 - Profiles: Gina Wright-Ledet
You may not recognize the name but this young woman is making a difference. Working to improve education about teen pregnancy, adoption, and other options has gained her some well-deserved recognition.

04/24/00 - Reflections of an Adult Adoptee
An attachment-affected adult adoptee offers a look back at a painful past and forward to a hopeful future... a story shared to encourage community dialog as a means of greater understanding.

04/17/00 - Older Parent Adoption
Adoption for those in their 40s and older has traditionally held few options. Prospective adoptive parents need to be realistic - and positive - about their own abilities and capabilities as more opportunities become available.

04/10/00 - Genetic Sexual Attraction
At reunion, we may feel drawn to biological family members for many reasons, including physical. When genetic attraction involves a sexual aspect, it is called GSA. Learn more, and find support if this is a concern in your reunion.

04/03/00 - Post-Adoption Resources
In our life-long adoption experience, it's not unusual to turn to others for periodic or on-going help. Find resources here.

03/27/00 - How to Adopt á la Rosie
Rosie O'Donnell's adoption show presented some basic information, and Rosie talked about her own adoptions, but the show had some problems. Read our Editor's take.

03/20/00 - Ancestry: Unknown - Adopted
Adoption and Census 2000

03/13/00 - Search Tips for Birth Parents
Whether you want to find or be found, here are some suggestions to get you started.

03/06/00 - Biological Fathers' Rights In Adoption
Courts are sending clear messages: Don't play fast and loose with the rights of biological dads!

02/28/00 - Placing a Child for Adoption: Fear
Placing a child for adoption is filled with questions and fears. Birthmothers offer insight.

02/21/00 - The Joy of Waiting
You've got a match, either with expectant parents or a waiting child. Now the fun - and work - begin, but the wait is almost over!

02/14/00 - Adopting from Russia
New regulations may cause delays, but Russia still tops the list for Americans adopting abroad. Learn how it works.

02/07/00 - A Book Club With A Difference
"Adoptabook" may change the way you read and find support.

01/31/00 - The Commercialization of Emily
Lawmakers may mean well, but are they solving or creating problems?

01/24/00 - Creative Family Trees
Age-specific ways to help our children visualize and express the diversity of their families. Great for adoptive and foster families, and teachers.

01/17/00 - Legalized Abandonment
Are 'safe haven' laws and programs an emotional reaction to the problem of abandoned babies or a well thought-out plan? Read differing views and a summary of laws and programs in operation around the U.S.

01/11/00 - Sealed Records: The Last Stigma
It's time to move on and leave behind the stigma attached to adoption.

01/10/00 - The Mouse That Roared
An adopted Stuart and imposter birthmice? Whatever happened to the Stuart Little  we knew and loved?

01/01/00 - A Year of Inaction
1999 Federal adoption legislation: from sizzle to fizzle.



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