How to Manage Reactive Attachment Disorder Reactive Attachment Disorder, or RAD, is a disorder that occurs when babies and young children are unable to form secure attachments with caregivers. This is often due to previous neglect, abuse, or trauma. While considered uncommon in the general population, studies show it occurs in 5% of children when first … Read moreTips on Dealing With Reactive Attachment Disorder
Even with just one or two children, navigating a family’s busy schedule can be a chore in and of itself. Differing work schedules, varying interests, and doctor’s and school appointments seem to pile up without you even trying. Adding the responsibilities of a foster family on top of that can seem overwhelming, especially so if … Read moreTips for Navigating “Impossible” Appointment Schedules
There aren’t many people who think that getting an injection is fun, but what can you do if your foster children are very afraid of getting shots? It’s a common struggle for many families, and the issue may come up more often now in the age of COVID-19. Take a look at these suggestions for … Read moreWhat To Do When Your Foster Children Are Afraid of Shots
A foster care family cookbook is a fun and practical way to bond with your foster children and encourage healthy eating. Here are some ideas to help you get started. How to Make Your Foster Care Family Cookbook: Have fun collaborating with your foster kids on the contents and design. You can browse online for … Read moreMaking Your Own Foster Care Family Cookbook
Many foster parents need a more flexible work schedule due to COVID-19, and your boss may be open to the idea given the big increase in remote work these past months. If you’re thinking about having this kind of conversation, take a look at this guide to negotiating changes in your work hours. Preparing to … Read moreA Foster Parent Guide to Asking Your Boss for Flexible Work Hours
Becoming a foster parent will change a lot of things in your life, and that may include your friendships with other adults who don’t have kids. The good news is that you can hold onto your relationships, and maybe make them even stronger, if you’re ready and willing to work on it. Here are some … Read moreA Foster Parent’s Guide to Holding on to Your Friends without Kids
Foster care families with teens may be happy to hear about a recent study on social media and depression. Researchers found that daily social media use is not a strong or consistent risk factor for depressive symptoms among adolescents. Here’s more about this study, and what it may mean for your foster children. What The … Read moreSocial Media Study Has Good News for Foster Care Families with Teens
Having career conversations with your foster children is even more important these days. As always, they need your support and guidance to help them become responsible adults and enjoy a bright future. However, they may now have less access to other resources due to COVID-19. It may be harder for them to talk with their … Read moreHow to Have Career Conversations with Your Foster Children
If you try to feed your foster care family a nutritious diet, you’ve probably come across talk about clean eating. However, you might not be sure what the words mean exactly. Don’t feel bad. There is no official definition of clean eating, and different people have different interpretations. In general, clean eating usually focuses on … Read moreA Quick Guide to Clean Eating for Your Foster Care Family
Have you been losing patience with your foster children lately? Does it seem that no matter how hard you try to raise them well, they won’t listen? Well, you’re not alone. It is common for parents to lose their patience, but with some helpful strategies, you can be more patient with the kids. It takes … Read moreHow to Be a More Patient Foster Parent