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Won't make a difference
Won't make a difference if you rename them or not in my opinion. We've adopted all older children and some we've changed their names and some we haven't. They are learning a new language anyways so it all just ties into that. And, some of the teens when adopted (ones I've spoken to) said they preferred their name be changed to an American one so that they don't stick out so much. They told me they want to blend in w/ their peers essentially. It is a matter of personal choice. This next one (7yo when she gets home) will keep her spelling of her name but have an entirely phonetically different pronunciation to match the American phonetic system. Good luck in whatever you decide. Speaking of htis topic, my 13yo Irina HATES her name. She wants to be called by her middle name, Taylor. I do think all kids go through this though. However, have no fear there will be no identity crisis. As always, these are just my opinions, and I am no professional!
Best wishes,
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Stephanie
2 from Orenburg, Russia (June 1999)
2 from Stavropol, Russia (May 2004)
1 from Belgrade, Serbia (Feb. 2005)
2 from Murmansk, Russia (Nov. 2006)
2 to 3 from Bulgaria (TBA 2010)
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