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My Relationship Isn’t Going As I Planned

For eight years, I dreamed of the day I would become a foster parent, but my picture perfect expectations aren't panning out to be perfect at all...

Jillian KellenbergerOctober 14, 2019

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When Foster Care Gets Too “Heavy”

Foster care is hard, and it can leave us asking questions like, "Why am I in this? Why is this so hard? How will I ever make it through?" We pray that you find hope…

Mitch NelsonOctober 10, 2019

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Questions You Should Ask When You Get Your First Placement Call

Getting the call for a placement comes with a wave of emotions. The moment you see the worker’s number come up on your phone, you’ve already got butterflies about what she will tell you. Will…

Holly GnuseSeptember 30, 2019

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3 Foster Care Posts You Need to Read

Last week we read some really great posts about co-parenting, the really messy reality that foster care is HARD, and a we found a great "thank you" letter that encouraged us a bunch! If you're…

Mitch NelsonSeptember 26, 2019

The Forgotten Podcast

Episode 78: Honest Questions about Foster Care and Adoption and Answers You Need to Hear

Whether you’re just thinking about foster care or adoption and want to know what it’s really like or you’re in it and you need support, today’s guest, Mike Berry, offers a picture of the good,…

Jami KaebSeptember 23, 2019

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Puke and Peace in Foster Care

Life in foster care—it’s something. We’ve all had that day that just does not go as planned. You’re driving to work—this might not sound like anything special, but trust me, it is. Today’s the first…

Jillian KellenbergerSeptember 16, 2019

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The Top 3 Foster Care Posts We Read Last Week

Last week we read some really great posts about navigating back to school season, helping our kiddos deal with grief, and how to balance our feelings with our faith. If you're looking for some amazing…

The Forgotten InitiativeSeptember 12, 2019

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Hairy Vulnerability

Can I just admit something right now? I don’t really know what I’m doing. You’ve probably noticed. No, strike that. You’ve definitely noticed, and you’ve been kind. Sometimes you’ve shared your honest thoughts. I’m sure…

Holly GnuseSeptember 5, 2019

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Become the “Dream Foster Parent” Your Worker Has Been Looking For

Many people jump into foster care because they want to love on kids (which is awesome!). There is no shame here in choosing to open your home to a child who needs a safe place…

Jillian KellenbergerAugust 29, 2019

The Forgotten Podcast

Episode 76: Fostering Teens: 3 Ways To Build Trust In The Early Days

Opening your home to teenagers in foster care can feel scary. Not knowing what they've been through or how they will impact your family can stop you from stepping forward. Today's guest, Colleen Smith, shares…

Jami KaebAugust 26, 2019

foster care

My Relationship Isn’t Going As I Planned

When Foster Care Gets Too “Heavy”

Questions You Should Ask When You Get Your First Placement Call

3 Foster Care Posts You Need to Read

Episode 78: Honest Questions about Foster Care and Adoption and Answers You Need to Hear

Puke and Peace in Foster Care

The Top 3 Foster Care Posts We Read Last Week

Hairy Vulnerability

Become the “Dream Foster Parent” Your Worker Has Been Looking For

Episode 76: Fostering Teens: 3 Ways To Build Trust In The Early Days

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