Foster Parenting Podcast

Episode 86 – Preparing for Reunification

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:09:23 +0000

D & K are preparing Tommy and Molly for their upcoming reunification with their birth mom. They discuss the increase in birth parent visits and how they’re feeling about the kids moving...

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Episode 85 – What It’s Like to Get Adopted

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 16:45:49 +0000

A very special episode in which we interview our daughters Andrea and Linda. Make sure to catch our new “listener corner” jingle sent in by Dan, host of the new podcast “Fostering...

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Episode 84 – Ask a Social Worker

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:01:30 +0000

Our special guest, Amber, answers listener questions from the perspective of a county social worker in California. Topics include: What information should and should not be kept from a foster parent?...

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Episode 83 – Finding the Right Child for You

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 05:13:41 +0000

We explore the issues that surround finding the right child for you and your family. There are three important questions that should be seriously considered as you approach this important and...

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Episode 82 – Results from Court

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 03:24:14 +0000

D & K give and update on their last court date with some unexpected results. They discuss what’s next for their family, how Molly and Tommy are handling things and how they emotional...

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Episode 81 – Court Date Approaching

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 05:11:46 +0000

D & K face the anxiety of an approaching court date that may terminate Tommy and Molly’s mother’s parental rights. This may mean that D & K will already be adopting. Hear how...

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Episode 80 – Getting Extended Family On Board

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sun, 23 May 2010 04:45:32 +0000

We answer a listener question on how best to get extended family involved in the life of foster children. Should you restrict contact at first in order to develop attachment with you first? What if...

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Episode 79 – Tommy and Molly

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 21:42:22 +0000

D & K tearfully say good-bye to Scotty and hello to Tommy and Molly. Tommy is a newborn and Molly is almost two. Listen to how their lives have changed in the last month.

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Episode 78 – Birth Parent Visit

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 05:56:14 +0000

We experienced our first post-adoption visit with Andrea and Linda’s birth mother. Our first step into open adoption was a bit nerve-racking beforehand, but it went better than we expected.

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Episode 77 – Abuse In Foster Care

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 05:17:15 +0000

We respond to a recent news story about allegations of abuse within a foster care home. We’ve got some specifics ideas on what can prevent this kind of thing from happening and what YOU can do...

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Episode 76 – A First Placement

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:58:15 +0000

D & K jump right into all of the awkwardness of being foster parents. From handling a little boy’s questions, to sitting in court with the birth parents, and turning down other...

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Episode 75 – Responding to Questions

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:28:29 +0000

As D & K await their first placement they discuss how they’ve handled the inevitable questions that arise about their future as foster parents. Someone recently asked them perhaps the most...

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Episode 74 – Newly Licensed

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 06:48:10 +0000

We talked with a newly licensed pair of foster parents, “D” and “K” about what they’ve done to prepare for their new journey.

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Episode 73 – The Blind Side

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 06:44:43 +0000

We review “The Blind Side” and give a foster parent’s perspective on the movie. We liked the movie and think you should see it. Perhaps more importantly you might want to take...

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Episode 72 – Settling In After Adoption

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 07:13:34 +0000

We’re back with a new episode. Linda has had her ups and downs since our adoption. We also requested an Individual Education Plan for Andrea. Tim gives his opinion on what the British will...

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Episode 71 – Helping Foster Kids Succeed in School

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 06:06:57 +0000

A new school year has begun and we’re learning how to help our kids with their school work. We discuss reasons that children in the foster care system often have learning delays or fall behind...

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Episode 70 – Interview with Adoptive Parent Amy

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 06:06:57 +0000

We interview Amy, a fost-adopt parent who has had the experience of adopting four siblings consecutively. Her most recent adoption is being completed across state lines. Amy shares some personal...

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Episode 69 – Another Place At the Table

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 06:59:49 +0000

We give a review of “Another Place at the Table” by Kathy Harrison. It’s about the life of a pair of foster parents with some actual experience under their belts. We also briefly...

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Episode 68 – Jeremy, Former Foster Child

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 06:48:46 +0000

We sit down and interview Jeremy, a former foster child, about his experiences in the system and any wisdom he can pass on to foster parents. We also give a brief review of “The Miracle...

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Episode 67 – Adoption Day

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 07:02:27 +0000

We did it! We finally adopted our girls. This is our play by play of the day we’ve been working toward for the last 2 years. It’s finally come and gone. We tell you exactly what to expect...

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Our Kids Dress Themselves

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 21:41:41 +0000

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Episode 66 – Choosing the Right Kids

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 05:51:36 +0000

A letter from listener Bonnie inspires this episode on choosing which kids to adopt. We also give advice on whether or not potential grandparents should get attached if the adoption status is...

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Episode 65 – Adoption Signing

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 05:45:14 +0000

We signed our adoption papers last week! Woo Hoo! We’re almost finished adopting Andrea and Linda. In this episode we discuss what the adoption signing process is like, what papers you...

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Oops, Not Yet

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 27 May 2009 04:19:52 +0000

We had promised a special surprise to be deliverd shortly after our adoption signing. As it turns out, our case with Social Services is still not closed. In the interest of prudence, we need to...

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Episode 64 – The Open Adoption Experience

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 23 May 2009 06:21:33 +0000

We recently read The Open Adoption Experience by Lois Ruskai Melina and Sharon Kaplan Roszia. We found this book to be an excellent handbook for navigating open and semiopen adoption. Topics include...

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Episode 63 – You Did Not Grow In My Heart

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 09 May 2009 05:14:43 +0000

How long does it take to “get over” adoption? That’s a trick question. Every stage of a child’s life brings new challenges in understanding their own identity as an adopted individual. In this...

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Episode 62 – Preventing Child Abuse

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 06:34:49 +0000

What happens when you pick up the phone to report child abuse? In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, we discuss the process of recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. Topics covered...

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Episode 61 – A Conversation for Christians

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 06:31:41 +0000

In this episode we decide to have a conversation with Christians about Christianity (and foster care). If you're not a Christian, feel free to listen in on our "family" conversation. But we won't...

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Episode 60 – Second Guessing

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 05:58:07 +0000

We discuss the seconds thoughts we have about a number issues over the last year. They include open adoption, termination of parental rights, two working parents and ending family therapy.

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Episode 59 – Foster Club and NFPA

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:41:45 +0000

We recommend you check out these two sites: Fosterclub.com – A social networking site for foster youth. NFPAonline.org – Stats, resources, scholarships, and support for foster parents....

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Episode 58 – Racial Bias In Foster Care

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 06:55:05 +0000

Our thoughts on a report on racial bias in the Michigan foster care system. The news report we read excerpts from can be found at the Detroit News. The full report from the Center for the...

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Episode 57 – Love At First Sight

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:10:26 +0000

Tim and Wendy explore the idea of “love at first sight” and discuss whether or not it’s possible in a fost/adopt situation. Also hear our thoughts on Andrea’s first romance...

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Episode 56 – Blending a Family

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 06:57:47 +0000

Tim sits down with a friend and foster parent named Jim to talk about building a blended family with foster kids and bio kids. Jim and his wife Melanie are foster parents in Washington and have a...

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Episode 55 – Bye Bye Baby and Hello Big News

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 06:34:42 +0000

Baby Kay left our home today and we reflect on her time here, her future and what we did to say good bye. In addition we got some much anticipated news from our Social Worker

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Episode 54 – No Good Deed Goes Unpunished

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:44:17 +0000

An update on our lives since Baby Kay entered our family. A new baby in our life has brought many new trials and taught us a thing or two about who we are.

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Episode 53 – Surprises

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:39:16 +0000

December has not turned out the way we expected. First, we had a car accident and totaled our family vehicle. Then, today, we accepted placement of a 9-month-old baby girl. The car accident brought...

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Episode 52 – Bedtime: We’ve Tried Everything in the Book

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:42:49 +0000

Listener Laura asks us to name all of the things we’ve tried to help Linda to go to sleep. This episode went a little longer than even we expected. We mentioned the Sleep Lady. You can find...

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Episode 51 – Where We Are At

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:00:07 +0000

A general update on where our family is at and some recent stories that tell us we are making progress.

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Episode 50 – Forty Reasons We’re Adopting Through Foster Care

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 06:48:33 +0000

These are 40 of our own personal reasons to adopt through foster care. They’re not necessarily for you or anyone else, but they are what compels us. Celebrate National Adoption Month with us!

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Episode 49 – Ramona, Former Foster Child

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 05:05:55 +0000

Wendy takes time to interview our friend Ramona, who grew up in foster care. Coming soon: stay tuned for our National Adoption Month plans. Email with any of your adoption specific questions.

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Episode 48 – Start Preparing For Foster Parenting

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 06:43:26 +0000

So you want to be a foster parent, but not yet. What can you do with all that energy you’ve got? We give some practical advice for how to prepare yourself. Engagement Checklist:...

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Episode 47 – UnAdoption

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:13:43 +0000

Can you “unadopt” a child? It sounds terrible, but we’ve known children whose adoption was dissolved by their adoptive parents AFTER the adoption was finalized. In this episode, we...

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Episode 46 – Emotional Triggers

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:10:44 +0000

The game “Uno” has a strange effect on our girls. We discuss it as well as what kind of questions Andrea and Linda have about their biological family and what answers we provide to them.

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Episode 45 – Our Apologies

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 05:06:42 +0000

Why we teach our kids to apologize and why we apologize to them. Also, we announce the winner of our trivia contest and reveal the answer. Wendy mentions these Bible references if you want to see...

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Episode 44 – Familiversary

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 06:33:05 +0000

We just celebrated our first full year with Andrea and Linda, or as we like to call it, our Familiversary. We offer the ten biggest surprises over the last year. Also, something for our listeners, a...

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Episode 43 – Getting Your Kids to Fall in Love With You

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 05:24:47 +0000

We’ve started a new therapy program called Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). We’ve only been to two sessions with the girls but have found that this “proven” program...

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Episode 42 – Two Working Parents

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 05:34:09 +0000

Can you foster kids while both parents work? Yes you can but it has some extra challenges. We discuss how we do it. Also an update on our chance encounter discussed in our last episode and a shout...

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Episode 41 – Chance Encounter

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 16:42:04 +0000

Our 4th of July (err Independence Day) celebration brought about a chance encounter that we had hoped to avoid. It’s a foster parent nightmare come to pass.

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Episode 40 – Fost-Adopt Disruption

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 05:41:56 +0000

What’s a disruption? We give our thoughts on a fost-adopt placement that ends up getting reunified. This is not something we have experienced ourselves so we’d love to hear listener...

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Episode 39 – Foster Care in the Media

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 20:18:58 +0000

We bemoan the bad wrap foster parenting tends to get in the media. We also offer up a review of the movie “Losing Isaiah” starring Halle Berry and Jessica Lange. Stay tuned for the end of...

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Episode 38 – When Your Social Worker Doesn’t Return Calls

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 17:33:26 +0000

We discuss the very real problem of social workers who do not return calls. We offer advice and suggestions for getting them to call back with out suggesting a death in your home.

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Episode 37 – Courtroom Drama

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:20:52 +0000

We had three days in court this week. For once, there was an outcome. Listen for a play-by-play. “We receive enlightenment only in proportion as we give ourselves more and more completely to...

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Episode 36 – I Hate This, Thank You

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 23 May 2008 18:09:24 +0000

Our extreme measures to get Linda to stay in bed have garnered some odd reactions from her. A relational benchmark was finally reached for T and Andrea. Also, we’re approaching (hopefully)...

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Episode 35 – You Can Do It

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 14 May 2008 05:43:08 +0000

We discuss our impressions of mediation at this point in the process. We’re not too thrilled with how it has gone to this point. Wendy shares a story that has meant a lot to her in the last...

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Episode 34 – Monitored Visits

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Tue, 06 May 2008 21:35:26 +0000

What to expect at monitored visits. What are they? How often do they happen and why? We share why we prefer to be the monitors even though it exposes us to an awful lot of awkwardness with the birth...

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Episode 33 – Why Our Kids Should See Their Birth Mom

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 06:24:04 +0000

We had some movement on the mediation process and it’s not looking so great. So with that in mind we review for ourselves, why we’re interested in post-adoption visits in the first place.

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Episode 32 – Mediation Is More Exciting Than It Sounds

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 06:07:53 +0000

We finally met with our mediator! So we share all the details about what that process is like.

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Episode 31 – Taking Foster Kids to Church

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 06:08:03 +0000

A question burning in the minds of all of our listeners, “Can you take foster kids to church?” We give you all the answers as we understand them. Listener Krysta gave us a heads up on...

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Episode 30 – Listener Comments

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 06:34:58 +0000

We tackle several of the listener comments that we have not had a chance to get into. A whole episode devoted to our listeners! We mention: Disney’s Enchanted A Mother for Choco Siberian...

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Episode 29 – Talking with Young Children about Adoption

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 06:36:35 +0000

A book review of Talking with Young Children about Adoption by Mary Watkins and Susan Fisher. We also briefly mention Adopting the Hurt Child: Hope for Families With Special-Needs Kids : A Guide for...

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Episode 28 – Adopting Across Racial Lines

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 05:50:06 +0000

A good friend and regular listener questions something we said in the past about the appropriateness of adopting across racial lines. So we devote the full episode to that sensitive but pertinent...

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Episode 27 – Embracing Special Needs

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 05:36:02 +0000

We had a bit of a “come to Jesus” discussion with our family therapist and are facing some tough realities. We also share what it was like to spend some time with the girl’s...

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Episode 26 – Beyond Consequences, Logic and Control

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 06:16:46 +0000

We’re a couple of days late because sickness has struck our home. But we’re back with a review of Beyond Consequences, Logic, and Control: A Love-Based Approach to Helping...

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Episode 25 – Inside a Court Room

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 06:38:57 +0000

We had a big court date today. We’ve been quite worried about it for the last several days. There was good news and bad news. The bad news was that the hearing was postponed. The good news was...

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Episode 24 – Odds of Getting a Placement

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 05:44:07 +0000

Andrea and Linda had a visit with their grandfather. The visit went great but the aftermath was not so great. Also Wendy left town for 3.5 days, find out how Tim did with them on his own once more....

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Episode 23 – What Do Your Neighbors Think?

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 06:44:54 +0000

An update on Baby Janelle and our lives in general. We also review the National Foster Care Adoption Attitudes Survey produced by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. What are the common...

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Episode 22 – A Crazy System

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 06:23:41 +0000

So it turns out it’s true. It’s a crazy system. This episode presents more questions than answers, for us at least. It turns out that we may be having a baby! Within the next couple of...

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Episode 21 – Angry Kids

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 06:46:01 +0000

We had a really pleasant week which included a trip the the Emergency Room and a lot of displays of flat out anger and aggression in our girls. To top it off, they’ve learned the...

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Episode 20 – New Year, New Place, New Issues

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 06:08:03 +0000

We’re back after a long delay. We’re finally in our new place and facing new struggles as a result. We’ve got some funny stories to share as well We mention De Facto Parenting...

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Episode 19 – Being the “Other” Mommy

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 06:50:27 +0000

W is alone again and takes the opportunity to talk candidly about motherhood. Andrea and Linda still have visits with their birth mother. So how does it feel to be the “other” mommy? Also...

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Episode 18 – Moving with Foster Children

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 06:25:58 +0000

Here are some special considerations when you move with foster children. Moving is stressful, but you can ease the transition with some planning and TLC. Also discussed: Should 3-year-olds be...

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Episode 17 – Thankfulness

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 06:33:11 +0000

This episode is about being grateful and gratitude. It’s also about how you won’t hear those expressions from foster kids. We mentioned these other websites: An article by Carrie Craft...

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Episode 16 – Why Adopt Through Foster Care?

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 06:59:07 +0000

We try to make our best case for why you should adopt through foster care. We start out with some fundamentals that influence our thinking and then list our 8 best reasons to adopt through the foster...

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Episode 15 – Fostering Teenagers

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 06:40:37 +0000

Our brief experience fostering teenage girls is discussed in all of its glory. We didn’t have a positive experience but we still think it’s a great idea to foster teenagers. Hopefully...

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Episode 14 – Choose the Right Agency

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 05:51:45 +0000

In this episode we respond to some listener feedback and answer how we think you should go about choosing the right agency. In this episode we talk about: Foster vs. Fost/adopt Returning your Calls...

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Episode 13 – What We’ve Done Right

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 04:37:26 +0000

We talk about what we’ve done right or “the shortest episode ever.” In this episode we talk about: The Snack Bin Don’t buy into the chaos Animals and attachment The Picture...

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Episode 12 – Parenting with Love and Logic

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:45:27 +0000

We use Love and Logic, a parenting approach that – you guessed it – emphasizes two things: love and logic. In this episode we talk about: Parenting With Love And Logic. Buy the book! The...

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Episode 11 – Discipline, Spanking and Time-outs.

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:44:05 +0000

Wendy’s back behind the microphone, so no shenanigans this week. In this episode we talk about: The difficulties the girls had while Wendy was away The difference between discipline and...

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Episode 10 – Community

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:42:49 +0000

Wendy is out of town, so Tim hosts the podcast by himself but he’s got 2 special guest with him! In this episode we talk about: The need for community in the life of a foster parent. His...

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Episode 9 – When Are You Going To Have Your Own Kids?

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:41:27 +0000

The second most question we are asked is “when are you going to have your own kids?” We struggle with how to answer this question. You can hear our thoughts on why. In this episode we...

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Episode 8 – Gifts for Foster and Adoptive Families

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:40:07 +0000

We’ve had some questions about what are good gifts to give to foster kids. Please, we’re not asking for anything! In this episode we talk about: Good and bad reasons to give Gifts that...

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Episode 7 – Nobody Saw THAT Coming

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:37:46 +0000

We got a surprise this week that may change the course of our lives. In this episode we also talk about: Reporting child abuse Dora the Explorer freebies Holding time (read an article on holding time...

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Episode 6 – Be A Good Daddy

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:35:53 +0000

We talk about how important it is for foster kids to have good daddies. We talk about: The need to counteract bad fathers in foster kids’ lives Giving hugs Foster dads who get dragged into by...

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Andrea & Linda

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:34:39 +0000

Tim’s brother is a caricature artist. He did a great representation of Andrea and Linda. We decided this was a good way to show everyone what they look like. Andrea is on the left and Linda is...

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Episode 5 – The First Week of Placement

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:33:55 +0000

We’ve completed our first week of placement with Andrea and Linda. We had lots of appointments and set up lots of different services for the girls.

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Episode 4 – Don’t You Get Attached

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:32:31 +0000

Andrea and Linda have moved into our home! If you’re only going to listen to one episode, this is the one to listen to. We talk about: The #1 question we’re asked about foster parenting...

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Episode 3 – Overnight Visit

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:30:25 +0000

We’ve met them! It didn’t take long to fall in love. This episode is about: First night: Playing with My Little Pony at the county facility Second night: Going out for milkshakes Third...

Tim & Wendy journey through the foster parent and adoption process

Episode 2 – Waiting

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:29:11 +0000

It’s our second shot at this thing. We’re waiting on the County placement worker to talk with us, see our home and approve us This episode is about: Waiting and being evaluated Tantrums...

Tim & Wendy journey through the foster parent and adoption process

Episode 1 – Meet Tim and Wendy

info@fosterpodcast.com (Tim & Wendy) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:25:52 +0000

Our first episode. We talk about the kids we’ve had in our home and the kids that are about to enter our home. This episode is a little bit about us, plus: Why are kids in foster care?...

Tim & Wendy journey through the foster parent and adoption process