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Susan Soon-Keum Cox

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Adoptee and the vice president of public policy and external affairs for Holt International Children’s Services

Ken Mullner

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An adoptive parent and executive director of the National Adoption Center in Philadelphia

Adam Pertman

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Executive director of the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute
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The Older Child

The Older Child

What you can do to prepare for an older adopted child.

Posted 4/8/08 More»
Babymoon Boom

Babymoon Boom

Adopting a child is not just joyful and satisfying, but emotionally...

Posted 1/17/08 More»
Infant, Schmimfant

Infant, Schmimfant

Babies are cute, we get it. But big kids are cool—here...

Posted 7/28/08 More»
Adding Up Adoption

Adding Up Adoption

Here are a few fun facts and statistics on adoption.

Posted 3/31/08 More»
Endless Love

Endless Love

Judy McAtee's selflessness is the ultimate picture of what...

Posted 3/18/08 More»
Dream Adoption Tale

Dream Adoption Tale

The adoption process is fraught with stress, anxiety and times...

Posted 1/18/08 More»
Adoption Ban

Adoption Ban

Sorry, unmarrieds in Arkansas. No kids for you.

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