Fostering Forward with Nic + Lo is a podcast that encourages foster parents to grow together. We believe in:
-Fostering to reunify
-Fostering the WHOLE family
-Fostering change in foster care and adoption communities
-Fostering personal growth
Episode 12: Fostering autistic kids: Why it’s the best
Because they’re fucking awesome that’s why!
In this episode we touch on the misconceptions that exist around autistic kids and fostering autistic kids.
Don't forget to check out our shout outs from this one as they are the voices you should truly be listen to and learning from!
25 Mar 2022
Episode 11: Social Workers are the shit
Do you wish you could have a real as shit, no filter convo with our foster care social worker? Welp you’re in luck because we had it for you. Come get the insider tea straight from the source.
14 Jan 2022
Episode 10: Self care & other shit we suck at....
Self-care options as a foster parent and why your shit stinks just as much as anyone’s (don’t bitch about the couple of funky audio bits we’re just regular moms not a production team mmmkay?)
11 Oct 2021
It's a boy... and other news
Here’s why we’ve been MIA... plus some memories and exciting future plans.
11 Oct 2021
Episode 9: Reunification has failed... now what?
Here’s how to keep building that bridge even after a case goal changes.
Transcriptions are BACK IN ACTION and can be found shortly here: https://www.facebook.com/fosteringforward (thanks rev.com!)
20 Sept 2021
Episode 8: How the hell do I help these kids?
Parenting strategies that we kinda fuck with for kids with trauma. Aka parenting for dummies, by dummies cuz we are both flying this damn plane as we're building it.
Transcriptions are BACK IN ACTION and can be found shortly here: https://www.facebook.com/fosteringforward (thanks rev.com!)
20 Sept 2021
Episode 4: How the hell do you start??
In this episode we talk about who can foster and how to get started. Also, if you're considering it please fucking do it (and quick) because we really need more quality foster homes! :)
Transcription for deaf users can be found on the fostering forward Facebook page.
20 Sept 2021
Episode 7: How not to disrupt
We talked about disruption and dissolution last week. This week’s episode is all about tips for making sure that no child in your care has to go through that added trauma.
Transcription for deaf users is pending. We're working on some technical difficulties (also our messy ass lives lol). They will be on our Facebook page ASAP!
30 Jun 2021
Episode 6: Disruption & Adoption Dissolution
This episode is us shitting on two of our least favorite topics... enjoy.
Transcription for deaf users is pending. We're working on some technical difficulties (also our messy ass lives lol). They will be on our Facebook page ASAP!
14 Jun 2021
Episode 5: Radical Reunification
In this weeks episode we talk about what radical reunification is and why we should all be pursuing it. We also share ways to build connections and support the whole family during a case plan.
Emily Brooks Foundation instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emily_brooks_foundation/?hl=en
As alway, transcription of this weeks episode can be found on our facebook page!
10 May 2021
Episode 3: Teens, Moms, and Teen Moms
Teen motherhood is a unique journey in itself, and being in foster care adds extra challenges. We were honored that our friend Tabby, who experienced teen motherhood while in care, shared her impactful story with us.
Transcription for deaf users on the fostering forward Facebook page.
3 May 2021
Episode 2: Foster to Adopt... and other toxic terms!
Language matters. In this episode, we’re outlining phrases in the foster care world that need to be retired.
Transcription for deaf users on the fostering forward Facebook page.
26 Apr 2021
For Ma'Khia
This episode was difficult and messy.... but so is raising black and brown kids in a society that doesn't value them in the way that it should.
Transcription for deaf users on the fostering forward Facebook page.
19 Apr 2021
Episode 1: How the hell did we get here??
An intro to who we are, how we got here and why we're here now. With laughs, tears, and subpar audio (thanks covid)...
Transcription for deaf users on the fostering forward Facebook page:
tinyurl.com/93zx63f5
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.4 / 5
14 ratings
Spotify
4.0 / 5
1 ratings
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