Preparing the Kids in Your Home for Fostering

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Are you considering fostering and wondering how to prepare your children for this new journey? The Wisconsin Family Connections Center is here to support you with our tip sheet, “Preparing the Kids in Your Home for Fostering.”

This resource is designed to help parents navigate the emotional and practical aspects of bringing a child in foster care into a home with biological children. Inside, you’ll find:

  • Involving Your Children in the Decision-Making Process: Learn how to openly discuss your intentions and goals with your kids, ensuring they feel included and excited about the fostering journey.
  • Educating Your Kids About Foster Care: Discover effective ways to address any misconceptions your children might have and provide them with a clear understanding of what fostering entails.
  • Addressing Emotional Concerns: Find strategies to reassure your children that they are not being replaced and that their feelings and concerns are valid and important.
  • Creating a Welcoming Environment: Get practical tips on involving your children in preparing the home and making the new child feel comfortable and accepted.
  • Managing Family Dynamics: Understand how to balance attention and responsibilities among all children in the home, ensuring fairness and support for everyone.
  • Handling Grief and Transitions: Learn how to support your children through the emotional ups and downs of fostering, including the eventual transition when a child leaves your home.

Whether you’re just starting to consider fostering or are already on the path, this guide is your trusted companion.

Download your copy today and embark on the fostering journey with confidence and compassion.

For more information, contact us at the Wisconsin Family Connections Center. Our Resource Specialists are here to help you every step of the way.

 

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Author: Wisconsin Family Connections Center
Additional Author: Coalition for Children, Youth & Families
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