Paperback: 54 pages
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (December 3, 2014)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1505323983
ISBN-13: 978-1505323986
Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.1 x 8 inches
Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #547,024 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #88 in Books > Parenting & Relationships > Family Relationships > Stepparenting & Blended Families
My husband and I were looking into being foster parents. The book did cover a lot of areas. Preparing yourself and your entire family for foster care emotionally and physically. I like how the author mentioned that emotional health and physical health go hand in hand. It's important for foster parents to be well rested. Also, he did mention that there is not a lot of money in foster care. Therefore, it is really a labor of love. I also enjoyed the hints about preparing our home for our foster child. You can tell that the author has a lot of experience dealing with foster children as well as teens. I think this is a great book for anyone looking into foster care. The only thing I wish was different was that the authors spent some time talking to individuals that don't have children already in their home. My husband and I don't have any children. Therefore, we have a different circumstance for our family. I wish he spent a little time just in that area. I felt like he was speaking from a voice that would be beneficial to families that already have children. However, it is an excellent read, that's why I gave it 4 stars. It contains a lot of helpful information not to mention a lot of suggested tips. This book is not like a foster care for dummies. It's not that detailed but it does contain a lot of really good information that I felt beneficial.
The author of this book has extensive personal knowledge about foster parenting which is essential because so many don't have that touch. She gives very level-headed advice and a clear lay-out of how to make the transitions as smooth as possible. The children who have been lucky enough to have this author as their foster parent are lucky indeed. I had once looked into being a foster parent and she answered many of the questions I had, especially about the "return to the parents" process. It sounds like she has had a wide range of children to deal with from wild to mild, and I tip my hat to her patient and loving heart. Honestly, I think regular families could learn a great deal from this book regarding home structure and rules. I will be using a few of the techniques myself for my own children! thanks!
I liked this book because it clearly was written by someone that has walked the walk and talked the talk. After reading the first few pages it became very obvious that the author was explaining what you can expect and gave some great suggestions about ways to handle various situations from first hand knowledge.I particularly liked the emphasis on mutual respect among all members of the household and the suggestion of household rules that apply to everyone, including the (foster) parents. The author also points out that communication will be a major key in your success and discussing fears among other family members even before the arrival of the new visitor is a great way to alleviate those fears.I highly recommend this book for anyone who would like to get some insight into foster parenting, the pros and the cons.
...is all written and explained in this book. I love how the author writes from her heart and explaines all the challenges and phases you go through when foster a child. A great book with a good insight on foster parenting. Everyone who is interested and considers foster a child should read it. Great value. Loved the part about taking care of oneself. If you are healthy and happy your family and your foster child will follow.
I've always been interested in possibly doing foster care, but everything I researched it I couldn't find answers I was looking for, even tho I even asked a few foster parents. This book actually covered the nitty gritty questions I had! This is a great read and a 'must have' for anyone considering foster care. I loved how practical and information it was.
Whether you are investigating becoming a Foster parent, or whether you are already one, you will find this book useful. Poster parenting can be completely different than what you expect when you actually get into the thick of it, but this book is a good preparation or solution finder to some issues you will encounter.
My wife and I have recently started foster care and it is a tough gig.This book has certainly opened our eyes to becoming better foster parents!!I really recommend this book if you are even considering foster care!!
We both benefited from a quick read of this helpful book the weekend our foster teen moved in with us. Very helpful tips for what to expect. I will be happy to share this book with my friends who are also contemplating fostering kids.
Foster Parenting: A Basic Guide To Creating A Loving, Comforting And Stable Home (Foster Care, Child Care, Raising Children) Foster Parenting: The Ultimate Guide To Foster Care - How To Create A Comfortable, Loving And Stable Home For A Foster Child (Adoption, Parenting, Child Care) Foster Parenting: A Basic Guide to Creating a Loving, Comforting and Stable Home PARENTING: Single Parenting For Moms: A Guide in Raising Your Family and Being a Successful Mom (Parenting, Single Parent, Single Mother, Parenting Boys, Parenting Girls, Raising kids, Healthy child) Parenting: SINGLE PARENTS' BOOK: HOW TO BE THE BEST MOM AND DAD AT THE SAME TIME! 11 RULES ON HOW TO RAISE GREAT KIDS ALONE (Single,Parenting,Parenting Toddlers,Single Parenting) Positive Parenting: How to talk to your kids so they listen...Your guide to everything you need to know about positive parenting and raising children to ... Positive Discipline, Parenting Books) Texas Home Cooking: 400 Terrific and Comforting Recipes Full of Big, Bright Flavors and Loads of Down-Home Goodness (America Cooks) Step Parenting 101: How to Be Successful at Step Parenting and Have a Happy Blended Family Forever (Step Parenting and The Blended Family) Blended Families: Steps to Help You Succeed in Step-Parenting and Become A Strong Family (Blended Family, Step Parenting, Parenting-Help) Parenting For Single Mothers: Being A Good Mom And Raising Great Kids (Single Parent, Single Mom, Parenting Boys, Parenting Girls) Raising Confident Kids: 10 Ways to Foster Self-esteem and Avoid Typical Parenting Mistakes (Kids Don't Come With a Manual series) Feng Shui: Wellness and Peace- Interior Design, Home Decorating and Home Design (peace, home design, feng shui, home, design, home decor, prosperity) Home Security: Top 10 Home Security Strategies to Protect Your House and Family Against Criminals and Break-ins (home security monitor, home security system diy, secure home network) Loving Someone with Bipolar Disorder: Understanding and Helping Your Partner (The New Harbinger Loving Someone Series) ScandiKitchen: Fika and Hygge: Comforting cakes and bakes from Scandinavia with love Nobody's Child Anymore: Grieving, Caring and Comforting When Parents Die Injustices: The Supreme Court's History of Comforting the Comfortable and Afflicting the Afflicted Single Mom: The Ultimate Guide to Single Parenting: How to Be Successful at Single Parenting and Raise your Kids Easily (Single Mom Books) The Single Parent Dating Solution: A Guide Through Roadblocks In Dating And Romance While Single Parenting (Single Parenting For Mothers, Dating Advice For Women) Parenting: Parenting Toddlers: An Effective Child Care Guide To Potty Training, Nutrition, Hygiene, & Proper Sleeping Habits For A Happy Healthy Toddler