Fostering Resources & Insights (Page 6)

Winter is coming… and it’s fast approaching! The drop in temperature is already being noticed and this means that sooner or later your foster child will likely develop…

Autumn is a fantastic season to get out and about in the British countryside and discover special wildlife. Being outdoors is also a great way to improve your…

We all know that babies need the nutrients from breast milk or formula milk for nourishment and development. But once a child reaches the age of 1, they…

Reports of child abuse serious enough to be passed on to police or children’s services have risen 40 per cent since the Savile scandal broke in 2012. Research…

Thinking of ways to keep your foster children entertained over the October half term can be tricky, whether you’re planning a trip or just somewhere to visit during…

Most people use the Internet to talk to people every day. Social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter are a great way of staying connected with friends,…

With the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games having finished, it’s a good time to discover how playing a sport can benefit your foster child (can I foster)….

This month, at a meeting in Parliament supported by the shadow chancellor John McDonnell, around 60 foster carers voted to unionise and join the Independent Workers Union of…

Raising a child in care has its difficulties and challenges but it can be one of the must humbling and rewarding experiences for foster parents. Foster children and…

As any parent will tell you, keeping your child safe is a full-time job. All it takes is a turned back and a couple of seconds for your…