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Ready for Mother’s Day this year, we chatted to Jenny about what it’s like to be a foster mum on a day where everyone is celebrating the mothers and grandmothers … “The word ‘mother’ can be quite an upsetting word to some children so we have to be respectful”

The Christmas holidays are fast approaching, and for many, it is a time of excitement, good cheer and fabulous memories, but for a new fostering family, it may not be … Celebrating Christmas as a New Fostering Family 

Of the many things we are most proud of in the West Midlands, it would be our strong focus on family life and all that it entails. You can see … Things to Do This Christmas with Your Family in Warwickshire

Halloween is a time of year the kids can really get into. If you are fostering in the Worcestershire area and are looking for some fun things to do with … Halloween Activities for Foster Children in Worcestershire

For anyone considering starting a career as a foster parent, this guide is for you. There are many benefits for your family unit when you decide to welcome a foster … Benefits of Fostering to Your Family

The first day of school can be scary for both the child and their parents, especially if you have a foster child. Every foster parent wants their child to have … How to Prepare Your Foster Child for the First Day of School

Every child and teenager needs family support, whether they themselves realise or admit that as fact. It’s common knowledge, though, that children do not always get what they deserve or … Ways to Support Children and Young People in Coventry

Meet Clifford House foster dad Phil, who is encouraging men to open up and consider fostering. Philip (Phil), 44, has been a foster dad for nearly two decades now and … “You’re not solely responsible for holding the fort down… The world has moved on from that mindset and we need to recognise that”

If you live in the Birmingham area, the summer is a great time to take the family out and make some memories. There are lots of family-friendly places to go … Keeping Kids Busy This Summer in Birmingham 

Monday the 15th May marks the annual return of Foster Care Fortnight, the UK’s biggest foster care awareness campaign run by the UK’s leading fostering charity, The Fostering Network. Running … Foster Care Fortnight 2023: Fostering Communities

Self-esteem issues can be common with foster children because of the feeling of abandonment and the experiences they have had to go through. If you’re a foster parent who truly … Building Your Foster Child’s Self-Esteem

The West Midlands is home to some of the UK’s most picturesque walking spots, with an incredible range of wildlife and woodland. Whether you’re looking for a place for the … Some Of The Best Places To Walk In West Midlands