The times of sleeping late on weekdays, summer camp and family trips to amusement and water parks are over for your child in care – at least for now. It’s the season to get him back in the routine of going to bed and rising early to his world of lockers, gym and lunch periods. […]
Do you long for the days of yes ma’am and thank you sir? Simple courtesy isn’t a thing of the past. Sure, we’ve all had days where it feels like it must be something from a bygone era, but that doesn’t prevent most people from being polite and courteous to those around us. We recognize […]
Did you know that September is National Baby Safety Month? Of course, you should focus on safety all year round, but September is set aside to bring awareness to this very important issue. What the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) started as a day in September in 1983 turned into a week in 1986 and […]
In your mind’s eye, listen to the crackling of the campfire and breathe in the fresh outdoor air. While you’re at it, imagine eating the delicious grilled food, having tons of fun with your peers, and of course, partaking in the delectableness of the infamous s ‘mores! These are the memories that stick with you […]
For most children, foster or otherwise, summer is a wonderful, school-less time where days are spent with friends out under the sun, preferably by a pool. For parents, foster or otherwise, it’s also a time rife with invisible dangers such as heat. According to the National Safe Kids Campaign, one in four kids ages 14 […]
How to Deal With Your Foster Child’s Tantrums: Five Ways to Effectively Address Tantrums Imagine this. You’re in the local supermarket trying to get your groceries for the week. Your child asks if you can buy him the very candy that makes him the most hyper. When you say no, he proceeds to throw himself […]
Coping with foster children hygiene issues isn’t easy, but teaching kids in your care how to take care of themselves is part of being a good foster parent. Here’s some insight on why some foster children refuse to bathe and ideas on how to get them on track. \No matter how frustrating it gets, it’s […]
We recently asked our Facebook Fans who are foster parents to share their Top 3 Tips for caring for foster children and making them happy and comfortable in their new home. Here’s what they told us: Give them love, encouragement and time – When caring for foster children, it’s important to understand that it will take […]