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Episode 23: Overcoming the “I Could Nevers” of Foster Care

Fawn Kieser admits she was one of those parents who said with firm conviction, “I could never do foster care—I could never give them back.” But as she and her husband, Brent, took baby steps…

Mitch NelsonMarch 27, 2017

The Forgotten Podcast

Episode 22: Navigating the “Messy and Complicated” Path of Foster Parenting

Brittany Lind and her husband, Joel, didn’t overthink the idea of becoming foster parents. Adoption was part of the church culture she experienced in college—it was preached and lived out on a regular basis. When…

Mitch NelsonMarch 13, 2017

The Forgotten Podcast

Episode 21: Conversation with a Pediatrician: Physical Issues Common in Children in Foster Care

Dr. Andrea Kane is a pediatrician whose practice includes many foster families. She shares wisdom regarding some of the common physical, mental and emotional concerns that foster families may face.

Mitch NelsonFebruary 27, 2017

The Forgotten Podcast

Episode 10: The Difference a Grandparent Can Make in the Life of Your Foster or Adopted Child

Marla Ringger talks about what it’s like being a grandma of many, including the unique dynamic of loving and bonding with children who became part of her family through adoption and foster care. You’ll love hearing the story…

Mitch NelsonAugust 29, 2016

The Forgotten Podcast

Episode 9: How Foster Parents Can Make a Difference in Biological Parents’ Lives

In this episode, you’ll discover a new perspective on bio-parents and how their past influences their present and future, an engaging response to the “I could never do that” statement, and an honest look at…

Mitch NelsonAugust 15, 2016

foster parenting

Episode 23: Overcoming the “I Could Nevers” of Foster Care

Episode 22: Navigating the “Messy and Complicated” Path of Foster Parenting

Episode 21: Conversation with a Pediatrician: Physical Issues Common in Children in Foster Care

Episode 10: The Difference a Grandparent Can Make in the Life of Your Foster or Adopted Child

Episode 9: How Foster Parents Can Make a Difference in Biological Parents’ Lives

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