Hiya,
My son is half Indian and I am Puerto Rican. My ex and I do not speak, nor do I speak with any of his family members. I don't know what I'm doing in regards to his cultural heritage and I really don't want him to grow up missing a part of himself. I would love to expose him to his other side, but I don't know where to start. Has anyone been through this before? Do you have any advice?
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I havent been through it as per say but I am part of the Asian community. I thought id share some more details that might be helpful. If you dont mind sharing what part of India your partner was from? India is such a vast country and cultures do actually differ massively depending on which state they are from. What i would say as a good start is joining local communities specific to his origin. Many fo cultural events, sports days, language classes ect that is helpful. Many Indians who married/children of mixed parents are openly welcomed. Another way to connect- is of course religion as this is a huge part of most indian culture. You dont have to be hindu (guessing) to enjoy attending temple, and the Chariot festivals. Finally, many melas ..but do share exact origin and I will be happy to try and help

I'm puerto Rican too. My oldest is mixed. But nothing crazy nor no I think his father or his side of the family did anything special to celebrate their culture. I do what I think i can like i try teaching him and coming meals from it. He doesn't like it lol. But in your case depending on what type of Indian you mean they have spaces and churches that are welcoming and if you explain what your trying to accomplish they will help you & welcome you in to teach you more to teach your child