8. Navigating Relationships with Biological Families in Foster Care

One of the most common fears that people have when beginning their Foster Care journey is what their relationship with the child’s biological family will look like.

Will they view you as an enemy or someone who is on their side?

Join us in this episode as we share our initial perspectives on biological family relationships, exploring how these perspectives underwent transformative shifts throughout our journeys.

We will share how we navigate these intricate relationships with practical tips and advice that go beyond the surface. We are also diving into the evolving fostering landscape and sharing ways to be armed with realistic expectations.

Through this episode, we hope you receive fresh insight, an exploration of hope, transformation, and the profound impact of connection with biological families.

Episode Highlights: 
  • What is your favorite Thanksgiving dessert?
  • The initial perspective of bio families when first starting foster care.
  • Practical tips and advice on building relationships with biological families.
  • Loving biological families.
  • Should you give out your phone number to Biological families?
  • The importance of setting healthy boundaries.
  • Different ideas for communication with biological families.
  • The value of biological families.

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This show has been produced by 
Adkins Media Co.

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