Russian Far East adoptions_issue for children?

Question

I am thinking of adopting a child from Russia-but I would like to adopt a child of Asian heritage.I am, however, concerned how my child would handle that in the future (being a minority in one's own country, being a minority in the parent's home country). Has anyone ever adopted an Asian child from Russia and if has, what have they told the kids about their history? Any advices on what to do and (if I adopt) how to handle with questions in the future would be well appreciated!

Thanks!

Answer 1

I haven't but my sister Debra did. She adopted an asian girl who was 2 years old. She also adopted an asian boy who was 7. They were brother and sister. Yocachi- Boy and Szech- girl. I'm not sure i spelled those right..... Well anyway.... now they are 9 and 4. Szech asked Debra alot why she and her brother looked different from her. She tried explaining but it was too complicated. So she called a pro. She helped both of them speak english and also influenced them to speak their language fluently. That teacher taught them so much I'm so impressed. Look on the internet and look for someone like that if youare going to adopt a child from Asia.

Answer 2

WOW!

Answer 3

Your question is too complicated....try adding more info on it under your original question -- "add details".

First thing -- Are you considering a specific child you are already aware of??

And, what is the child's situation?  What would the quality of the child's  life be if he/she were NOT adopted?

YOU as you child's parent set the tone for how all of your child's "issues" will be thought of and handled.  And the family and friends around your child, as well, will have a great influence on the child's attitude about him/herself.  If YOU are positive, handle other's questions in a private but positive way, show unconditional acceptance and appreciation of ALL kinds of differences in other (races, sizes, beauty, income, etc.) then your child will likely pick this up and have a similar attitude about his/her own percieved "differences".  But then, they may have their own, personal attitude as well, which may or may reflect yours!  

But YOU set the tone.  It must start wtih you.  If you don't have the personality and strength to model a positive attitude and strength and acceptance, then you may not be the parent he/she needs.