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We took our son with us on both trips in 2005 and I have to tell you that taking a 4.5 year old will be VERY tough. DS was 9 on our trips and even then it was really hard on him.There is tons of waiting - I mean tons. Your ride is supposed to come at 1 and might not get there until 2...yet you can't go anywhere. The judge allowed DS in the courtroom but said he was not to move or talk or wiggle - wow...we were proud of him, but we know he couldn't have done it any younger. Embassey appointments are long and hot and crowded! I know it's hard to imagine leaving your child behind - but having him there was also a barrier to first moments of bonding with our new children. He was uncertain and we weren't in our 'home' so, he was worse off.
If you deleted this from the Russia board, I would re-post. Others have traveled with kids on there and would have information as well.
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