Discover the importance of shared parenting in maintaining crucial family connections for children in foster care. This tip sheet highlights how collaboration between biological parents, foster parents, and other caregivers can reduce stress, speed up reunification, and help children adjust better. Learn practical strategies for effective communication, setting boundaries, and recognizing parents’ strengths. Real-life examples and actionable tips make this a must-read for anyone involved in child caregiving.

 

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