Real and raw conversations about parenting.
For bio, foster, adoptive or blended families to increase understanding of issues we all experience as families.
Hosted by: Liz Rivera, Director of Education and Deborah Lindner, Director of Communications
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Episode 1: Bio Mom Candice and Foster Mom Jamie - Working Towards Reunification
Jun 29, 2020 • 00:31:15
Kids need their parents. Even kids in foster care. Want to learn more about helping...
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Episode 2: Behavior and Trauma
Jul 26, 2020 • 00:31:57
The link between behavior and trauma is an important concept for foster parents to understand,...
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Episode 3: Diversity: How to Talk To Your Kids
Aug 31, 2020 • 00:37:38
Talking with children about race and ethnicity can leave many parents feeling unsure about where...
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Episode 4: Kinship – Working with Relatives of Children in Foster Care
Sep 21, 2020 • 00:28:17
Foster parents are encouraged in our classes to interact with relatives of the children in...
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Episode 5: Foster Care Adoption
Nov 3, 2020 • 00:32:16
People can choose to adopt to build their families. Others become foster parents and provide...
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Episode 6: Navigating the Holidays with Trauma
Dec 2, 2020 • 00:29:53
Trauma, grief, loss, and uncertainty can make what is meant to be a joy-filled season,...
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Episode 8: Mindful Self-Compassion
Feb 8, 2021 • 00:33:27
Foster parents are often caring, compassionate people who want to improve the lives of children....
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Episode 7: Resiliency in the New Year
Feb 8, 2021 • 00:33:47
What is resiliency and how can you foster it in your children? Studies have shown...
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Episode 9: Words Matter
Mar 2, 2021 • 00:30:54
Words have weight. Words matter. By choosing sensitive language, we can positively influence both mental...
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Episode 10: Communicating on the Spectrum
Apr 7, 2021 • 00:31:34
**UPDATE** We received some valuable feedback from members of the Autistic community that we wanted...
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