A reader asks what to do about mobile phones and internet in the house.
It was only a couple of years back when things were simple; one big rule. No laptops upstairs.
Now that mobile phones are the thing it's got a bit more complicated. As foster parents we work either for our local authority or our fostering agency. The first thing you do is find out if they have a clear set of rules, and...
Saturday, February 24, 2018
Monday, February 19, 2018
UNDERSTANDING KIDS SHOULD BE A PIECE OF CAKE
We understand adults who can't put themselves in someone else's shoes and consequently lack compassion.
For example, many able-bodied people don't try to understand disability. Minorities suffer when people who don't belong to their minority can't imagine what it's like being them.
You end up with discrimination.
Racial and sexual discrimination, where people are physically as well as emotionally...
Wednesday, February 14, 2018
FORGIVENESS IN FOSTERING
Forgiveness is one of the cornerstones of a functioning family.
My family are so forgiving of me they keep the things they forgive me for to themselves.
Either that or I'm perfect...
I forgive my other half almost every day for standing his used mug in the sink for me to either wash up or put in the dishwasher. I'm past commenting on it, I just forgive.
Forgiveness is unconditional love.
Family...
Sunday, February 11, 2018
A READER ASKS;
A reader asks;
"Can you do a post on what to do to prepare for foster kids? We have an emergency clothing supply, some nappies of various sizes, toys and toiletries. Do we wait until the child arrives before buying things, that way they have some choice and input? What about soft toys and cuddly rugs or comfort blankets? Thank you ❤️ We are doing short term and long term foster care - ages 3-10...
Friday, February 02, 2018
QUESTION FROM A READER
A reader asks if all foster carers are expected to provide respite care especially if they themselves might want respite from a placement.
The short and simple answer is no, never. Not at Blue Sky anyway, not in my experience. Nothing like that at all goes on.
"Respite" care - if you're new to fostering - is where a child will stay with a different foster carer for a short period of time, usually...