There aren't available newborns here. People have to go on long waiting lists. Somteims it's easier to adopt from other countries than wait to adopt here. The babies from Europe are often caucasian so they look more like American children. I want to adopt some day when I get married, and I've looked at what's available on our state photo-listing and the Northwest Exchange out of curiousity, and the only children that are available are usually older children. The babies are most of the time adopted or being considered by a family. The children here that need homes are older for the most part. Many people want babies, and perhaps there should be some incentives to encourage people to adopt the older kids.
Ten you better get your name on the waiting list now, especially if you want an infant, and one that looks anything at all like you.
Adoption agencies are requiring you to have be under 35 and married for at least 15 years, and rather wealthy, if you want a white infant.