CHARLENE + DEX

Hello! Thank you for considering us. We're Dex and Charlene, living in Maryland near DC. We've been together for nearly 20 years and married for 12. Charlene is a doctor and Dex is a psychologist who is an artist on the side. As a couple, we enjoy art, from home projects like pour painting and tie-dye to visiting museums and galleries around DC. We're also big fans of science fiction and fantasy.

We are a fun-loving and playful couple and are excited to offer your child the space and opportunity to explore, discover, play, and have fun. We've always wanted to adopt and are looking forward to welcoming a Black child of any gender into our family. Our goal is an open adoption, where your child will be loved, cherished, and yes, a little spoiled! We truly understand and value the benefits of your child maintaining a very open and loving relationship with you and your family.

We'd love the chance to get to know you and share more about ourselves.

About Us

  • Charlene

    SHE/HER

    Age: 53

    Zodiac: Aries

    Ethnicity: Black

    Religion : Spiritual, not religious

    Education: Medical Degree

    I would describe myself as loving, compassionate, and adventurous. I've had the opportunity to travel to more than twenty countries worldwide, and I love exploring new foods and cultures and meeting new people. I love learning and doing meaningful work. I will encourage our children to grow up with an open heart, curious mind, and real appreciation for themselves and people of all backgrounds. I can't wait to become a mom!

  • Dex

    HE/HIS

    Age: 56

    Zodiac: Leo

    Ethnicity: Black

    Religion: Spiritual, not religious

    Education: Doctoral Degree

    I would describe myself as thoughtful, playful, artistic, and a bit of a romantic. I grew up in a huge family in the rural South and am still a child at heart. I was my sister’s legal guardian when she was in middle school, and we have a special relationship to this day. I loved caring for her and can’t wait to become a dad! I have a lot of love to shar.

Adoption Preferences

  • Location

    Open to all states

  • Gender Preference

    No preference

  • Preferred Age

    Newborn to 4 years

  • Level of openness

    Open: photos, updates, and 2+ visits per year

  • Exposures

    We are open to drug/medication exposures on a case-by-case basis, with the exception of alcohol and/or Fentanyl exposure.

  • Special needs

    Yes, we are open to a child with minor special needs.

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