After having 25 kids in our home ages 0-17, we have learned some great things to have and wanted to share it with you.

There is definitely a NEED in every state for foster parents. I hope this encourages you to take the first step to get licensed yourself or help a foster parent local to you :)

0:00 Intro
1:12 OK to Wake Clocks: https://amzn.to/3rUegBA and https://amzn.to/3Q6KtxB
2:49 Night Lights: https://amzn.to/45HfaPm
4:07 Gender neutral (or reversible) down- alternative bedding: https://amzn.to/3FqzRo7
5:18 Weighted Blankets: https://amzn.to/3MdasC9 and https://amzn.to/407yxjr
5:59 Separate laundry basket: https://amzn.to/3FtF3HO
6:25 Universal Fun toy (like magnet tiles https://amzn.to/3tHWbXM and duplos https://amzn.to/3tHWbXM)
8:03 Extra Toothbrushes
8:20 Kids and regular toothpaste
8:41 Stay Organized (visit calendar, binders, etc)
9:51 Educational books* list below
11:48 Kid Friendly Freezer Meals on Hand
12:39 Keep a stocked fridge
13:20 Snacks on Hand
14:14 Water Bottles
14:34 Games - educational and fun *list below
17:04 Active toys like wiggle bike: https://amzn.to/471sjEm
18:34 Storage for extras
19:23 Storage to send to bio family
20:34 Sensory toys like Kinetic Sand: https://amzn.to/496aJ3C
21:26 Plain Sketch books: https://amzn.to/496aJ3C

Book list:
1. Maybe Days: https://amzn.to/3ISBQBx
2. Kids Need to be Safe: https://amzn.to/3L5IdmW
3. Families Change: https://amzn.to/35BEbCr
4. Finding the Right Spot: https://amzn.to/3ucJDWM
5. What am I feeling? https://amzn.to/35BRyTd
6. What to do when it's not fair: https://amzn.to/3AGvToe
7. Everybody feels worried
8. Feeling sad (everyday feelings): https://amzn.to/3AGlglv
9. Otter B https://amzn.to/3FpWZ6n
10. What should Danny do? https://amzn.to/3Hq1qNC
11. Words are not for hurting :https://amzn.to/3IPGL6g
(Part of the "Best Behavior series board book set")

Games list:
Exploding Kittens: https://amzn.to/47027da
My First Castle Panic: https://amzn.to/3S9eyyT
Go Nuts for Donuts: https://amzn.to/3FrC2rB
Happy Salmon: https://amzn.to/3S96JcP
Clue: https://amzn.to/46I5vd0

Foster Care Playlist: https://bit.ly/30O1Ywy

If you want to send something to us: 124 E Northfield Drive, Ste F 273, Brownsburg, IN 46112

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POPULAR PLAYLISTS:
Foster Care: https://bit.ly/30O1Ywy
Watch world trip from the beginning: https://bit.ly/2uSusoH

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