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Coalition for Children, Youth & Families 101 We often find that, depending on who you are and how you have come to know us, you may or may not know […]

Foster Parent Champions For most of us, making a major life decision involves gathering the opinions and input of a lot of different people. Sure, we turn to “the experts” […]

Boundaries are essential in any relationship—between parents and children, friends, employers and employees, and certainly between foster and birth families. This tip sheet includes practical guidance for parents, foster parents, […]

Perhaps one of our greatest instincts as parents is to protect our children from harm. That’s why it can be particularly disturbing when you discover your child is self-harming. This […]

Child sex trafficking is a serious and alarming issue that affects many children, including those in out-of-home care. This tip sheet provides essential information on what child sex trafficking is, […]

Parenting teens is challenging, but when adoption adds extra layers of complexity, understanding their emotional landscape becomes crucial. Our tip sheet, “Depression in Teens Who Were Adopted: What Families Need […]

As a foster or adoptive parent, you probably already know that the more tools and tips you can keep in your toolbox, the better prepared you will be for the […]

The tip sheet from the Wisconsin Family Connections Center provides essential information for caregivers of children and youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). It explains the various types of […]

Caring for a newborn with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) can be challenging, but with understanding and preparation, it can be manageable. NAS occurs when babies are exposed to substances like […]

Learn how stress during pregnancy can affect a child’s development and behavior. This tip sheet offers practical information and resources to help you support and heal the children in your […]