by FosterTalk Admin | Sep 25, 2025 | Blog
Fostering is a deeply rewarding experience, but few would say it’s straightforward. Long days filled with school runs, mealtimes, homework sessions and bedtime routines can take their toll, and like any parent, foster carers can sometimes reach a point where they need...
by FosterTalk Admin | Sep 18, 2025 | Blog
The start of the school term is always a mix of nerves and excitement. Fresh uniforms lay out the night before, new stationery, school bags and shoes waiting to be used. For most children, it’s a chance to see their friends again and start new subjects. However, for...
by FosterTalk Training | Jul 30, 2025 | Blog
You’ve just finished the school run, and after a sullen car journey with some guarded replies, you quickly discover that your foster child is having another tough day. Maybe it’s an upset over something small, or a sudden withdrawal that leaves you wondering what’s...
by FosterTalk Training | May 16, 2025 | Blog
Choosing to become a foster or kinship carer is an important decision, one that deserves the very best preparation, support and understanding right from the start. Any person who is considering foster or kinship care needs to complete a pre-approval course, the aim...
by FosterTalk Admin | Apr 15, 2025 | Blog
The powerful new Netflix drama Adolescence has sparked necessary conversations about hidden online influences. While fictional, the show’s storyline, centred on a 13-year-old boy arrested for the murder of a female classmate, shines a light on very real and...
by FosterTalk Admin | Mar 31, 2025 | Blog
The number of foster carers in the UK has been steadily declining for years. Government stats show that numbers are trending downwards. This is, of course, concerning; without a sufficient number of foster carers, young people growing up in foster care may not...
