I have a foster child in my home. the child doesn't get along with my daughter?

Question

I have a foster child in my home. the child doesn't get along with my daughter?

Answer 1

Some children do better without other kids in the home. Especially if they are special needs and need a lot of attention.  Yes, you did know what you were getting into when you became a foster parent, but that doesn't mean that each placement is going to work out.  If the situation isn't improving, then contact the social worker and try to have them arrange a better placement for the child.  You are wonderful for taking in foster children.  I have wanted to become a foster parent, but my situation just isn't right for that right now as I need to work full time to support myself.  Kudos to you for opening your home to those in need!

Answer 2

You need to remove the other child.  Your daughter comes first.  (unless this is really petty, not sure what the cir. is).

Don't make your "home" somewhere your daughter doesn't want to be!

Answer 3

Well if you just started to foster the child, its going to take awhile to get used to your house.  You have to put yourself in his/her shoes.  They have no family and prob have been tossed in foster home after foster home.  Its going to take months just for the child to get used to everything.  Plus look at why they are in a foster home, if they had a life with abuse, then it might take longer.  Just give it time.

Answer 4

Well you knew what you were getting into when you signed up to be a foster parent so I dont think you should just get rid of the child. That is selfish. The child is obviously troubled because of its life. Before they ever let  you foster they explain that these kids can be violent, abusive, hateful, unappreciative, and many more things. If you get a perfect child you are extremely lucky. These kids are broken and need a normal family to set an example and love them unconditionally. Yes you need to watch our for your daughter but this child is your responsibility to. If you are his/her foster mother, then while he/she is in your care, you need to treat him/her the same as your own kids. This child is not just a monthly check.