Beauty For Ashes is a heartfelt podcast that dives deep into the world of fostercare and adoption. Join us as we share our personal journeys of becoming foster parents, explore how to know if it's the right path for you, and discuss the importance of loving and supporting biological families. Through candid conversations, we also bring in insights from caseworkers, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of the foster care system. Whether you're considering fostering, have already walked the path, or simply want to learn more, our stories will inspire, educate, and connect you to this life-changing experience.
Do foster parents really get paid? 👀 It’s one of the questions people ask all the time, so we’re finally talking about it! In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth about foster parent payments, what that money is actually for, how the process works, and some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding foster care and finances. We’re keeping it real, answering the questions you might be too afraid to ask, and sharing what we wish more people understood about fostering. Because yes… there’s...
10 Sept 2026
When Reunification Holds Both Joy and Grief
Reunification is one of the most beautiful—and complicated—parts of foster care. In this episode, we’re opening our hearts about what it means to walk through reunification and the feelings that can come with it. We talk honestly about the emotions that don’t always fit neatly together: the happiness of seeing a child return to their family, the grief of saying goodbye, the love that makes both feelings possible, and the reminder that both things can be true. You can celebrate a family being ...
31 Aug 2026
The Heart Between: Heather Hill’s Story
In this powerful episode of Beauty for Ashes, we sit down with Heather Hill as she shares her deeply personal journey to foster care. Heather opens up about experiencing the loss of a biological child and how, in the midst of unimaginable grief, she began to feel a calling to foster. She shares her thoughts on that calling, the emotions that came with it, and what it means to say yes to something when your heart has already experienced such profound loss. This is a raw, honest, and deeply mov...
31 Aug 2026
Foster Care Myth Busters: Breaking Down the Myths That Hurt Kids & Families
In this episode of Beauty for Ashes, we’re breaking down some of the biggest myths and misconceptions surrounding foster care—and talking about how those beliefs can ultimately hurt children, biological families, foster families, and the people trying to help. From common assumptions about why children enter care to misconceptions about birth parents, reunification, foster parents, and the child welfare system, we’re separating fact from fiction and having the conversations that don’t always ...
31 Aug 2026
We’re Back… And A Lot Has Changed
It’s been a whole year, and somehow, we’re older, wiser, a little more tired, and definitely not the same people who recorded Season 1. Welcome back to the podcast and Season 2, Episode 1! After taking a year away, we’re finally sitting down and catching up on where life has taken us. We’ve grown, changed, experienced new things, learned some lessons, and honestly… life has been LIFE. In this episode, we’re just getting reacquainted — talking about what we’ve been up to, where we are in life ...
31 Aug 2026
Room for One More: Kayla Lanier's Journey to Fostering
In this episode of Beauty for Ashes, we’re getting personal as co-host Kayla shares her story. Kayla opens up about the experiences, struggles, lessons, and moments that have shaped who she is today. Her story is one of learning to walk through difficult seasons, finding God in the middle of them, and discovering that even the hardest parts of our lives can become something beautiful. This conversation is honest, vulnerable, and a reminder that our past does not have to define our future. Som...
31 Aug 2026
Angel’s Journey: From County Social Worker to Empowering Moms in Crisis
Angel’s Journey: From County Social Worker to Empowering Moms in Crisis In this episode of Beauty for Ashes, we’re sitting down with Angel to hear the story behind her journey from working as a county social worker to dedicating her life to empowering moms in crisis. Angel shares what she witnessed while working within the child welfare system, the experiences that changed her perspective, and what ultimately led her to believe that supporting and strengthening mothers can make a lasting di...
5 Aug 2025
The Heart Between
Heather Hill shares her family's journey through grief after losing her daughter, and how they found purpose and healing by becoming foster parents in this interview.
14 Jul 2025
Angel’s Journey: From County Casework to Empowering Moms in Crisis
Angel discusses her journey from county child welfare to empowering mothers facing unexpected pregnancies, offering insights into foster care and building strong foundations for women and their children in this interview.
23 Jun 2025
You Got a Placement… Now What?
Foster care experts discuss initial steps after receiving a child placement, focusing on creating safety, stability, and self-care for the foster family in this interview.
16 Jun 2025
Foster Care Myth Busters: Breaking Down the Myths That Hurt Kids and Families Episode Description:
Industry experts dismantle harmful myths about foster care, addressing misconceptions that negatively impact children, families, and caregivers, ultimately promoting understanding and support for the foster care system.
13 May 2025
Real Talk: What Foster Parents Actually Need to Hear
Foster parents hear it all—from the well-meaning to the wildly unhelpful. In this episode, we get real about the things foster parents are tired of hearing—and the words that actually make a difference. Whether you’re a friend, family member, caseworker, or just curious, this honest conversation will help you understand what support really sounds like. It’s not about praise—it’s about presence. Tune in to learn how to show up in meaningful, respectful ways for those doing the hard, heart work...
8 May 2025
Fostering Through Faith: DHR vs. Private Agency
Welcome Back to Beauty for Ashes This week, we're diving into an important topic—the difference between fostering through DHR (Department of Human Resources) and fostering through a private agency. We'll share our honest opinions on the pros and cons of each path, drawing from personal insight and experience. Whether you're considering fostering through the state or a private organization, we believe you can do it. The most important thing is having a strong support system—a village around y...
28 Apr 2025
Fostered by Faith: Finding Purpose in Fatherhood
In this powerful episode, Phillip Fuller and Matt Lanier share their personal journeys into fatherhood — how their hearts softened to the idea of fostering, how they found their place, and why a father’s presence is so vital in a child’s life. They dive deep into recognizing God’s voice, understanding when you’re being called to foster, and the importance of staying rooted in Scripture along the way. Full of encouragement, faith, and real-life wisdom, this conversation is a must-listen for an...
22 Apr 2025
Room for One More: Kayla Lanier's Journey into Fostering
This is Kayla Lanier’s story—a tender, honest journey into the world of foster care, rooted in childhood memories, quiet callings, and the kind of love that changes everything. From the moment she first learned what it meant to foster, to the day she and her husband opened their home to a child for the first time, Kayla takes you through every step—raw, unfiltered, and full of heart. She speaks openly about the emotional weight of her first placement: the fear, the guilt, the shame of feeling...
14 Apr 2025
Called to Love: Carmen Fuller's Journey into Fostering
In this heartfelt episode, Carmen Fuller opens up about the journey that led her to become a foster mom. From her own childhood experiences to the challenges and triumphs in her marriage and starting her family, Carmen shares the moments that. made her certain she was called to foster. She also reflects on her very first placement- how it didn't go the way she had imagined, and what she learned through the heartbreak. This is a powerful story of purpose, faith, and choosing love even when it'...
7 Apr 2025
Pilot
Join us as we embark on a powerful new journey in Beauty For Ashes. In this inaugural episode, we dive into the world of foster care and adoption, sharing personal insights, heartfelt stories, and the challenges and triumphs of those navigating this often-overlooked system. Whether you're a foster parent, adoptive parent, or simply curious about this transformative process, this episode sets the stage for a series dedicated to healing, hope, and creating new beginnings. Tune in and be a part ...
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