The start of the school year can be overwhelming, especially for a child in foster care who's adjusting to a new environment. As a foster parent, it's
Editor's Note: Today on Foster Friday, we are honored to share a true story from a friend of Upbring, Jami Amerine. Jami is a loving mother and a passionate
So, you've decided to foster a child what now? Now is the time to start imagining the kind of family environment you want to create. One essential part of
You've heard it said and may have even said it yourself, "I could never do foster care because I am afraid I will get hurt." I said it too, in the face of a
Each day, children who have experienced abuse and neglect enter the foster care system. The need for loving, compassionate and patient foster parents is
Whether it's reading a romantic novel, flipping through the pages of a family scrapbook or watching a breath-taking sunset, we all have something that tugs at
Families face challenges. That's a universal and unavoidable truth. It's also why a healthy support system is vital to all families, especially those in need
Traumatic experiences can have a long-lasting impact, especially on children. Children process trauma in countless ways. Some shut down while others act out.
Authentic relationships are a key factor in ensuring children in foster care are given the emotional support needed to heal from the significant trauma they've
Becoming a foster parent is truly a life-changing decision. Considering whether to open your home and heart to children who have experienced hurt and trauma
