The winter is rolling in and this year you’ve decided you want to spend it somewhere warmer. Your kids are just SUPER excited to go see the new Star Wars attractions at Disney World. Whatever the reason, vacations are a much-needed break from routine for every family. For foster parents, however, there can be uncertainty […]
It’s all too easy to take your next meal for granted. Many of you may have already planned what you’re going to eat next, who you will be sharing it with and when it will be ready. But for many foster children, meals simply aren’t a given. Before being removed from their parents, some children […]
One of the best ways to bond with your foster child is to work with them on a craft that will help boost their sense of creativity and self-esteem. Parents know the joy of seeing their child proudly showing off a macaroni necklace or hanging their latest finger painting on the fridge. Of course, not […]
Explaining to your family and friends what foster care is and why you want to open your home to a child can be both challenging and intimidating. You’re never sure how open they’ll be to your plan, what kind of support they’ll offer or what “horror story” they’ll tell you from someone they know who […]
If anyone knows about the ups and downs of fostering, it’s Brian Blythe and John Kristiansen. Adoptive fathers to four little girls, these men have learned a few lessons on their way to Adoption Day. We recently caught up with them to learn about their transition from ordinary joes to foster care superheroes. After meeting […]
It’s no secret the history of African Americans in the U.S. has been rooted in unfair treatment and undeserved pain. In addition to coming from a past where her ancestors have been subjected to inhumane treatment, your African American foster child has unfortunately also experienced abuse or neglect first hand. Black History Month is a […]
Everyone knows the stress that comes with decorating. There are so many choices to make from picking the perfect shade of paint to choosing where to put that cute accent piece. As a new foster parent, you’re just discovering how intimidating the task of decorating a room that will be used by children of all […]
Many parents hit a point while raising their children when they need a weekend to themselves to relax and restore their sanity. For parents raising their biological children, a weekend alone can be as easy as dropping their son off at the grandparents. For foster parents, extended time away from their foster son requires the […]
Introducing embrella Food – Quick Meals for Foster Parents Parenting is hard – and then you have to cook! Quick meals for foster parents can be really helpful. Enter embrella Food, embrella’s latest video series aimed at providing useful food preparation tips and recipes that a busy foster parent can put together in flash. In […]
School can be stressful for any child between homework, tests and making friends, but for foster children it can be particularly difficult. Along with facing the typical challenges of the school year, your foster daughter must do so while coping with her past and possibly worrying about her future. This additional burden can shift her […]