Growing a Family Through Fostering

Lessons from Living

When Jessica Spencer, her husband, and birth son decided to dip their toes into the waters of fostering children, they had no way to know that within days their little family would morph from 3 to 7! This is Jessica's story of the often meandering process fostering can take to grow a family. She touches on the training and evaluation required, getting that fateful call, and how parental rights can impact the possibility of adoption within a fostering relationship. If you have any interest in growing your own family through fostering, this episode is a must-listen. If you know someone whose heart is inclined toward growing their family through fostering or is already in the process, this episode will offer a compassionate glimpse into their lives.