Domestic infant adoptions in the U.S. increased by 3.17% from 2019 to 2022, while international adoptions fell significantly due to restrictions in China and Ukraine. The report suggests that decreased access to overseas adoptions may have contributed to the rise in domestic adoptions, alongside potential influences from abortion restrictions following the Dobbs decision. However, experts debate whether Dobbs has had a direct impact, with some calling for further research to assess its role in adoption trends. Originally published in The Washington Times.

Suzanne Bell is quoted.