China has long been a popular choice for people wanting to adopt. But increased delays in the adoption process are causing some to rethink their decision. The delays, caused by tighter restrictions and a smaller number of available children, have jumped from 6-12 months to potentially now 3-4 years for new applicants.

"The uncertainty has fueled rumors and speculation within the tight-knit community of Americans who have adopted from China or hope to do so. Some believe the longer waits are part of a temporary Chinese effort to scale back international adoptions ahead of the Beijing Olympics in August. Others wonder if China may be phasing out foreign adoptions almost entirely."

Still, many families have chosen to simply wait it out, doing their part to facilitate the adoption process and trusting that - in time - it will result in a new addition to their family. Source: CBS News

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