Archive for Podcast

At any given moment on the foster and adoption caregiver journey, we can find ourselves in crisis.

It’s a tricky thing to deal with. Boundaries. Where’s the balance between connected parenting and boundary setting? In this episode we have an open discussion around this. 

Out of all the great resources we have at our disposal as caregivers, there are a few that stand out among the rest. We must learn to listen to them. 

There is so much unnecessary fears and misunderstandings surrounding birth parents and birth families. In this episode, we’re working to clear it up.

On the journey of healing and fostering healthy attachments, we must be tuned in to the needs our children have. But also our responsibility as caregivers. How do we pinpoint both? 

Is there any way to successfully communicate my child’s needs to a medical professional that helps me get results? Big question!

The title of this podcast episode likely prompts a reaction from anyone reading it. After all, the hardships of this journey take quite the toll on us. How do you find the strength and insight to regain compassion for your child? 

The FASD journey can be very defeating and very frustrating. Mostly because, we are constantly dismissed by providers, or made to feel like we’re a bit crazy when we try to get answers. How do you break through this? 

The caregiver journey is hard and full of challenges. We hear words like resiliency and we often get the wrong idea. What does that really mean?

From the memorable quotes, to the “ah-ha” moments, to the tears, to the on-camera dancing….the dancing….oh the dancing! Insight Virtual Conference 2022 was one for the history books.