In this guest post, a mother who has been fostering for more than three decades describes the ways that she and her husband have worked hard to remain good friends and partners who “love each other, like each other, and respect each other.”
For children who are in foster care or were adopted, Christmas and other holidays can be a reminder of the family that they’ve lost. Here are some suggestions for navigating the season.
Sometimes what looks like lying is a type of distorted thinking called confabulation that’s beyond children’s control and is particularly common in children who’ve experienced trauma.
Advice from experienced foster parents and social workers who train and support them.
Understanding the causes and effects of grief and loss and how you can help your child heal.
Five traits and supports you’ll want as an adoptive parent and tips for acquiring them while you’re waiting for a placement.