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Fostering Siblings: Strategies for Keeping Siblings Together

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For many foster children, the bond they share with their siblings is one of the few constants in their lives, a lifeline amidst the turbulence of being removed from their family home. Siblings who have experienced trauma or upheaval in their lives often form an unbreakable bond and separating them can be detrimental to their well-being. As a foster carer, it is crucial to recognise the significance of keeping siblings together and to adopt strategies that promote their emotional and developmental growth.

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How to Make Your Foster Child Feel Loved

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Making a foster child feel loved is one of the most important things foster carers can do. Often, past experiences can influence the relationships between a foster carer and a foster child, making the foster carer think differently about how to show their love. If you are a foster carer looking for advice, here are some of the things you can do.

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Tips That Will Help Your Foster Child Feel Comfortable in the Home

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Have you recently welcomed a new foster child into your home? Do you want to be sure things go as smoothly as possible for them and they feel comfortable in their new surroundings? It’s a concern all foster carers have, as your main priority as a carer is to give children a stable, secure and comfortable home. With that said, these tips can help you in the initial days and weeks as the entire household gets to know each other better and your foster child settles in.

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