[cici32]

I would ask what she has been eating at the orphanage and stick to that {or something similiar} while in Russia to avoid any major "blowouts".

Our son turned 3 during our 10-day appeal. When we got him we just let him eat off of our plate, which was traditional Russian food. He did not have any major "blowouts" but we did spend a lot of time in the bathroom due to gas. He thought that he had to #2 with all the gas pains, he has since been able to tell the difference.

Our son was feeding himself in the orphanage but has reverted back to wanting to be fed. We've talked to our Pedi and SW about this and they both have said that this is perfectly normal behavior. When he does feed himself, particularly when we are eating "finger" foods such as fries and what not he will look at us like "Are you sure it is okay I eat this with my fingers?" I could be wrong on this but I think they were encouraged to eat with utensils and have never really had the opportunity to eat with their hands.

You should be able to buy everything she needs there. However, I would take a few things to have on hand in case you don't get the chance to run by the store. We took cheerios, teddy grahams, fruit snacks, and picked up things like juices and fresh fruit at the store. We discovered that they have alot of the same things that we have in their stores. So don't worry, you will find something that she will like.

Good luck to you.