Does anyone have any advice for a first foster child placement?

Question

Does anyone have any advice for a first foster child placement?

Answer 1

I was actually a foster child once and some advice from my side. My foster parents were really sweet, they acted liked they trusted me and since most children placed have had a hard life they were always there for me to talk to. They made sure I had stuff that made it feel like I belonged and tried to get me involved in activities and just overall act like I was really welcomed and part of their family. What they did was asked me my favorite place to go and took me there and we talked a lot to get to know eachother. that helped a lot because I was in a comfortable setting. with the other foster children there they made sure there were guiedlines and rules to follow.

Answer 2

I dont foster but i know ppl who have and i have seen first hand the mistakes they have made.

The main thing is to be consistant.a foster child may be coming from a bad home and needs to know that they have got at least some consistency in their lives.if you say you are going to do something carry it through.

dont be too soft or too firm just act as you would your own child regardless of the circumstances ofthe childs situation.

be prepared to be rejected.the child doesn't know you and may be very wary you may be helping them but they dont necessarily know that.

last good luck and try to enjoy the experience :)

Answer 3

Are you the first time foster parent? Just make sure to act normal, build trust by never lieing to the child, and dont try to be the child's best friend because you cant be a good parent when you try to be their best friend, you have to make the roles clear. The child, dependant on age, might have a hard time adjusting, just always make sure to be confident and offer help or ask if they would want to talk about their feelings and stuff if you see that they are reclusive or acting out once in the home. Just always be genuine. Good luck!