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New Audio Interview Up

2008-12-04T13:12:00.000-08:00

Hello all, we just posted a new audio interview up at the China-Babies website.You can listen to the audio here:http://www.china-babies-dev.com/landing/interviews.htmlEnjoy! var addthis_pub = 'loremasterblog'; China-Babies Research

Ok...I simply could not resist......

2008-09-11T11:11:00.000-07:00

I recently was sent a picture in email of one of our little cuties that we did a recent report on, and it made me so happy I had to ask if I could share it.With mommy's permission of course =)The thing that was SO cute to me, is that the thought that went through my head when I saw this picture was "OMG that BASKETBALL is almost bigger than she is!!!"Seriously, too cute.Mei-Ling Rose Santistevan,

China Babies Adoption Research

2008-09-06T10:23:00.000-07:00

China Babies Adoption Research is an expert in performing research on the early life of your adopted child / baby from China.Our Chinese staff knows the customs of China very well, are familiar with and in some cases work in the China Adoption System.If you have adopted, or are in the process of adopting a baby from China, China Babies Adoption Research can help you.You can find more information

So cute, dont you just want to hug her?

2008-06-19T08:00:00.000-07:00

Ok, this has got to be one of the cutest things ever!!!! var addthis_pub = 'loremasterblog';China-Babies Research

Wittle Baby Pic Update Launches!

2008-06-10T21:15:00.000-07:00

We are excited to tell you that our new Wittle Baby Pic Update has just launched! For more information please follow this link: Wittle Baby Pic Update Remember, the first five people who contact us for this service we will be doing free of charge, after that the normal fee will apply so dont delay! var addthis_pub = 'loremasterblog'; var addthis_pub = 'loremasterblog'; China-Babies Research

Children suffer as historic snow hits China

2008-02-13T07:51:00.000-08:00

Posted: 12 February, 2008Ice covers power lines in China. Power throughout southern China was affected by the historic ice and snow.China (MNN) ― Transportation, power generation and the food supply are slowly getting back to normal in China after the worst winter weather in decades. Dozens of people were killed, and the weather caused billions of dollars worth of damage.Children's Hope

Some not smiling over Juno's sarcasm on China

2008-02-13T06:36:00.000-08:00

Reyhan Harmanci, Chronicle Staff WriterWednesday, February 13, 2008San Rafael real estate agent Lo Mei Seh was shocked when she saw a theatrical trailer for the hit movie "Juno" in December. In one scene, the title character sarcastically tells the rich suburban couple hoping to adopt her unborn child, "You shoulda gone to China. You know, 'cause I hear they give away babies like free iPods. You

Update on China Weather and Nanchang

2008-02-11T06:26:00.000-08:00

Special thanks to several people who have made donations to help out in Nanchang, we are purchasing two large electric space heaters that can also be used for drying diapers, as well as blankets. Update:We have made delivery of the blankets and heaters, here is a photo gallery:The Nanchang SWI sends it thanks! var addthis_pub = 'loremasterblog'; var addthis_pub = 'loremasterblog';

Update from Carole & Keith in China

2007-10-25T07:37:00.000-07:00

Alex's Notes: Just a daily blog entry from a couple in China. Provides great insight for those who are waiting to go over what it may be like for you.---------------------------We had a 3 hour layover in Beijing and then landed in Shenyang at 7:10. We went straight to our hotel with our guide. We had enough time to brush our teeth and get the gift for Carson in the bag and head downstairs to meet

Making Friends All Over the Place

2007-10-24T07:11:00.000-07:00

Alex's Notes: All I have to say about this authors response to his readers is:Added 10/25 @ 8:48AM PST: Just to clarify something, I did not write the emails or the responses in this article below. This is simply a copy and paste of the authors responses to people who have contacted him that were a bit disgusted with the original article. We do not condone or promote any opinion on the matter, we

At the Orphanage

2007-10-22T09:24:00.000-07:00

Alex's Notes: This post is from a gal named Valerie who is currently a teacher at Guiyang University. We are working on facilitating funding her requests. If you are interested in helping, please contact us @ alex @ china-babies.com.-------------------------------------Please Help. A terrible way to start an overdue blog, I know, but it's, I think, the most important element of this update. I

11 Things You Absolutely Must Know About Chinese Etiquette

2007-10-17T11:44:00.000-07:00

China is known as a state of etiquette and ceremonies. To understand the Chinese, some concepts should not be ignored:1. Mianzi (Face)The idea of shame, usually expressed as 'face' could be loosely defined as the 'status' or 'self-respect' in Chinese and by no means alien to foreigners. It is the worst thing for a Chinese to lose face. Never insult, embarrass, shame, yell at or otherwise demean a

Orphanage Visit!!!

2007-10-15T07:54:00.000-07:00

We visited Guangzhou Social Welfare Institute on Friday. That was the place that arranged for her lifesaving surgery at age 2, filed the necessary papers to find her a permanent home, and placed her in foster care. It is evident as you walk around that they do care about the children in their care. This SWI has many Waiting Children (Special Needs). Our guide estimated 70%. Most are not severe by

'When do children really understand what "Adoption" means?'

2007-10-15T07:46:00.001-07:00

Today most Scientists & Adoption Agents are of the opinion that parents should inform their adopted children as soon as possible about their status. The issue should thereafter be discussed more often at various points in time to give the child/children a chance to grasp their special status and the opportunity to ask questions. Only an early introduction to the subject will give parents and

Traveling for your adoption and packing

2007-10-13T12:22:00.000-07:00

Unless you are adopting through your local foster care agency or are having a child escorted, you will be doing some sort of traveling for your adoption. Most international adoptions involve international travel, and domestic adoption can involve travel to the next state or to the other side of the country. While most people think of adoption travel in regards to international adoption, our

China Babies Research Reports

2007-10-08T08:36:00.000-07:00

China-babies.com has a strong track record of performing pre and post adoption research on children who are being adopted, or have been adopted from China . Our team of researchers and officials work directly with Orphanages, Directors, Staff, and Foster Families if possible and arrange to conduct interviews of anyone who has come in contact with your child that we are able to find. We take

China adoptions: The "Genocide Olympics"

2007-10-07T12:57:00.000-07:00

Continued from the previous post where China has been the topic.China is now getting ready to host the Olympics, and as Grant pointed out in his blog, the upcoming hoo-haa that goes along with is a very big deal and the Chinese are keen to keep attention focused on good stuff.Perhaps because people are actually paying some attention at the moment, and because the poop is hitting the fan in places

Every Adopted Child Experiences Loss

2007-10-07T12:45:00.000-07:00

When we adopted our older daughter, Big Sister (BS) almost four years ago, she went through a brief grieving period, mourning the loss of her beloved foster mother whom she then lovingly referred to as "Mama." For 4 or 5 days, she cried inconsolably for the only mother she had ever known, yet magically, by the sixth day, she looked up at me and said, "Mama." Somewhere deep inside her, she decided

Pair adopts child as an act of faith

2007-10-05T19:41:00.000-07:00

A long road ends in happinessBy GRACIE BONDS STAPLESThe Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionPublished on: 10/07/07 Their years together were forever changing, but their dream never changed.For 12 years, it was constant, rooted, like many of the couple's aspirations, in Scripture. For Bill and Amanda Burke, their yearning to adopt a child was in keeping with James 1:27: "Pure and undefiled religion

Dwindling Numbers of Adoptions out of China

2007-10-04T07:39:00.000-07:00

The stats for 2006 are now available, and they're not looking good. Here's some stats for the U.S.:U.S. adoptions from China 2004 7,044 2005 7,9062006 6,520 And for Canada:Canadian adoptions from China 2004 1,001 2005 973 2006 608 What this means is that China adopted out about 20% fewer children to Canada and the U.S. in 2006 than it did in 2005. The slowdown isn't just due to increased

The rumors turned to facts....

2007-10-04T07:36:00.001-07:00

It's that time of month when I can say YES, we have heard something from our agency!! This months referrals have arrived. This is good news since it at least proves that Chinese adoptions are in fact occurring, they are just moving at a snail's pace. I know I keep repeating this, but to understand all of this you have to keep in mind that our log in date (LID) is January 12, 2006. We are waiting

Four Things About Adoption

2007-10-03T08:20:00.000-07:00

Four things I thought about adoption when I was a child:1. That my brothers and I must have been adopted because I was darned sure my parents had not done that sex thing I'd heard about.2. That one of my brothers had birth parents from another planet.3. That orphans could all sing and dance.4. That children who lost their parents often had to live with mean people and work really hard.Four things

The Saga of the Olympic Torch-Should Jenny withdraw?

2007-10-03T08:17:00.000-07:00

Yesterday, I voted for Jenny Bowen, the founder of Half the Sky-an organization dedicated to making the lives of children living in orphanages better-to carry the Olympic Torch.Jenny, an American, lives and works in Beijing. She said she will run with eight Chinese children who are orphans.On many levels this is a wonderful thing-it raises awareness for the kids who are left behind in China's

Inside China's State-run Media

2007-10-03T08:16:00.001-07:00

By Sarah MathesonEpoch Times Auckland Staff Oct 02, 2007 Former One News reporter Charlotte Glennie is now based in Beijing for the Australia Network, and says New Zealanders have a vested interest in learning more about China. (The Epoch Times)Award winning New Zealand journalist Charlotte Glennie, says China's media is the mouthpiece for the communist party. Well known in New Zealand for her

Some Canadian "Waiting Child" Adoptions Stonewalled

2007-10-02T06:35:00.000-07:00

On P.E.I., the government has taken over facilitating the adoption of children from China's Waiting Child Program, with predictable results:P.E.I. building obstacles to international adoption, families sayNew polices on P.E.I. are blocking international adoption, some families are complaining, and they've formed a group to lobby for change.They're urging the premier to step in and change his

CCAA Response to FCC Letter

2007-10-02T06:08:00.000-07:00

Hi all,This was posted on the FCC leader group of which I am a part, so I thought I'd share it here.Grace (& dh, Peter), in PANicole ShanQing, 8, Nanchang, Jiangxi (3rd Grade)Elizabeth JiaYue, 5.5, SanShui, Guangdong (Kindergarten)Kimberly MuHsuan, 3, Tainan, Taiwan (Preschool)Dear FCC Leaders:We are pleased to have received a response from the CCAA to the open letter written by the presidents of

Tips and info on adoption and fingerprints

2007-10-01T06:55:00.000-07:00

I have been writing about fingerprints and adoption. Adoptive parents are fingerprinted during the adoption process to do a background check and ensure that the parents are "suitable" to adopt. Most domestic adoptions now require that parents are fingerprinted, and all international adoptions require that parents are fingerprinted.Some good news regarding the I600A and fingerprints is that things

Can Half The Sky Carry The Olympic Torch in Beijing?

2007-10-01T06:42:00.000-07:00

Alex's Notes: This would be awesome. China-Babies is supporting this 100%.Make sure you go to this link and vote if you want them to be able to carry the torch: China DailyI want to run for the children of China. Mother to two girls adopted from Chinese welfare institutions, in 1998 I founded Half the Sky Foundation, in order to enrich the lives and enhance the prospects of orphaned children in

Judging solves nothing

2007-10-01T06:33:00.000-07:00

Alex's Notes: It always amazes me to see the self riteous judging of others without knowing the facts or understanding the circumstances. This entire 'International Adoption is Bad" movement blows my mind, for exactly the reasons this poster stated.Nothing in the world is perfect, especially something designed by humans, and my wife and I are in the exact same situation, if domestic adoption were

Fuling SWI - Orphanage Visit

2007-09-29T09:00:00.000-07:00

Alex's Notes: Cool peek into a day of someone visiting China-------------------------We arranged for a car and a driver to take us to Fuling today for our revisit with the Fuling Social Welfare Institute. That's the orphanage where Rachael spent the first year of her life. Back on October 28, 2003, we made our first trip to the orphanage just two days after we adopted Rachael. Today was a lot

Family Blogs From China

2007-09-28T06:19:00.000-07:00

Monday-Thursday....sorry for the delay Thursday 9/27Jason just posted pics....we have not had a minute to breathe since arriving on the island and I am now sick. The White Swan has a 24 hour clinic on the 3rd floor so I saw a doctor this morning and he prescribed me an antibiotic, antihistamine, nose spray, and cough syrup. I asked repeatedly for acupuncture and chinese medicine and he insisted

Love Without Boundaries - Specials Needs Boy Joey

2007-09-27T07:57:00.000-07:00

There is a beautiful seven year old boy in Guangdong province who is in need of his own mom and dad to love him. His medical need is that he was burned as a child, but he has not let that stop him from going to kindergarten, making lots of friends, and charming the socks off of everyone who meets him. Right in his adoption file it says that he can make a friend out of anyone in 30 minutes flat.

What a lucky baby!

2007-09-27T07:54:00.001-07:00

Alex's Notes: Ran across a blog entry with some great thoughts in it.-------------------September 26th, 2007I’ve gotten over my shyness about sharing LG’s picture! I love showing off his perfect little face. I also love that it gives me yet another opportunity to gaze into those huge brown eyes…(sigh)Pretty much everyone (Except for this one guy at work who was like “oh, yeah, uh huh.” Dude! WTF!

Journey From a Chinese Orphanage to a Jewish Rite of Passage

2007-09-26T07:49:00.000-07:00

James Estrin/The New York TimesCecelia Nealon-Shapiro, adopted by New York parents 13 years ago, at her bat mitzvah reception last month. By ANDY NEWMANPublished: March 8, 2007Correction AppendedOf the 613 laws in the Torah, the one that appears most often is the directive to welcome strangers. The girl once known as Fu Qian has been thinking about that a lot lately.Fu Qian, renamed Cecelia

Baby Pic Fix Update

2007-09-25T10:02:00.000-07:00

Just added two new galleries to the 'Baby Pic Fix' section.The first is from a family recently feartured in our September Newsletter. You can see the gallery here: Alexander Family GalleryThe second is pictures of Madeline's Foster Mommy's Village.You can see an index of all the galleries in the 'Baby Pic Fix' section here: Baby Pic Fix var addthis_pub = '