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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 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

Nic + Lo


    • Apr 30, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 42m AVG DURATION
    • 14 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Fostering Forward

    Episode 12: Fostering autistic kids: Why it's the best

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2022 50:34


    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! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 11: Social Workers are the shit

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 42:09


    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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 10: Self care & other shit we suck at....

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 50:25


    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?) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    It's a boy... and other news

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 46:19


    Here's why we've been MIA... plus some memories and exciting future plans. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 9: Reunification has failed... now what?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 30:37


    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!) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 8: How the hell do I help these kids?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 38:43


    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!) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 4: How the hell do you start??

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 45:47


    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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 7: How not to disrupt

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 32:17


    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! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 6: Disruption & Adoption Dissolution

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 33:28


    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! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 5: Radical Reunification

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 52:52


    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! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 3: Teens, Moms, and Teen Moms

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 54:38


    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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 2: Foster to Adopt... and other toxic terms!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 39:12


    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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    For Ma'Khia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 45:50


    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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

    Episode 1: How the hell did we get here??

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 26:51


    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 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fostering-forward/support

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