Fostering Bridges
Podcast Description
Welcome to Fostering Bridges—a podcast dedicated to uplifting, supporting, and empowering foster, adoptive, and kinship parents. Whether you’re in the early days of your journey or have years of experience, this space is for you. We dive into real conversations, share stories of resilience, and explore the resources, strategies, and heart-centered approaches that help build stronger families.In each episode, you’ll hear from experts, fellow parents, and advocates who understand the challenges and joys that come with fostering and adopting. We’ll talk about everything from self-care to navigating the system, creating lasting connections, and honoring the unique needs of every child.This is Fostering Bridges—where we come together to learn, grow, and build the bridges that help our families thrive.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on various themes related to fostering, adopting, and kinship care, including self-care strategies, navigating the foster care system, and creating meaningful connections, with episodes like 'Life As A Foster Parent' sharing personal insights and 'Becoming A Foster Parent In East Texas' outlining certification processes.

Welcome to Fostering Bridges—a podcast dedicated to uplifting, supporting, and empowering foster, adoptive, and kinship parents. Whether you’re in the early days of your journey or have years of experience, this space is for you. We dive into real conversations, share stories of resilience, and explore the resources, strategies, and heart-centered approaches that help build stronger families.
In each episode, you’ll hear from experts, fellow parents, and advocates who understand the challenges and joys that come with fostering and adopting. We’ll talk about everything from self-care to navigating the system, creating lasting connections, and honoring the unique needs of every child.
This is Fostering Bridges—where we come together to learn, grow, and build the bridges that help our families thrive.
Senator Gelser Blouin (Oregon Legislature), recipient of the 2021 Carl Levin Award for Effective Oversight, discusses the process of passing child welfare legislature and where to start if you have an idea for policy change.

Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.