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Foster Parent WellREWIND: Being a Learner as a Foster or Adoptive ParentEver felt like the gap between what you know about trauma and how you respond to it is impossibly wide? In this soul-nourishing conversation with Katrina Campbell, Director of Training at FaithBridgeU, we explore how continuous learning transforms not just our parenting but our spiritual lives."Suffering moved in with me," Katrina shares, capturing the profound reality of what happens when foster children enter our homes. The theoretical suddenly becomes intensely personal, challenging us at our core. Throughout our discussion, we unpack how this ministry reveals both our limitations and God's faithfulness in extraordinary ways....2025-06-1837 min
She's Brave Podcast - Kristina DriscollNicole Foster on Diverse Career Paths and Demonstrating the Courage to Change CareersSend us a textNicole Foster, JD, MPH, is a visionary entrepreneur, legacy advocate whose work has been featured in The Washington Post, Ebony and ESSENCE Inc. She is the Founder & CEO of Sommos, the AI-powered storytelling platform helping families preserve, organize, and share their stories before they’re lost to memory loss, digital clutter, or time. Sommos was born from a deeply personal moment: nearly losing her father before capturing his stories. Nicole is now building a category-defining platform that transforms family storytelling into a joyful, intuitive, everyday act.Nicole is...2025-06-1243 minFoster Parent WellREWIND: The Marriage Behind the Mission- Navigating Foster Care as a CoupleParenting children from hard places requires an extraordinary partnership between spouses. In this candid conversation, Nicole interviews her husband Bruce about how they've navigated the challenges and joys of foster parenting as a team.When Nicole first felt called to foster care, Bruce's immediate response was a firm "no." His journey from reluctance to acceptance reveals how important it is for both partners to independently hear God's calling rather than one spouse feeling coerced. Through vulnerably sharing their early missteps, the Barlows demonstrate how complementary differences between spouses can either strengthen or undermine trauma-informed parenting....2025-06-1130 minFoster Parent WellREWIND: Staying Calm in Chaos: Tools for Foster & Adoptive ParentsEver found yourself triggered by your child's meltdown, wondering how to break the cycle of dysregulation? This summer rewind episode tackles one of the most challenging aspects of foster and adoptive parenting: staying calm when everything around you is chaos.Drawing from personal experience as both a certified parent trainer and adoptive mom to five siblings from foster care, I share seven practical strategies that can transform how you respond in moments of intense dysregulation. Beyond just techniques, we explore the science behind why both children and adults move into fight, flight, or freeze responses, and how...2025-06-0423 minFoster Parent WellFinding Justice in a Broken Foster Care SystemWe confront the reality of injustice in foster care and explore how to effectively advocate for change without burning out or losing sight of our purpose. From recognizing that not every battle is ours to fight, to making strategic relationships within the system, these seven practical tips help foster parents navigate the broken parts of the system with wisdom and grace.• Not every injustice is your battle to fight—ask God for discernment about which assignments are yours• Get educated before advocating—understand the reasoning behind policies before fighting to change them• Identify gaps in the system...2025-05-2825 minFoster Parent WellFoundations for the Foster Care JourneyThe foundations you build before welcoming foster children into your home will determine whether you merely survive or truly thrive in this challenging calling. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experience, this episode walks you through four essential preparations every prospective foster parent needs to prioritize.How are you preparing your foundation? Your investment in these four areas will determine not just your longevity as a foster parent but your effectiveness in creating a home where healing can truly happen.6 Week Wellness Challenge: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/home-gate?aid=nicolebarlow$50 Discount code: M...2025-05-1432 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜Can Hasan Piker Save the Democrats, or Is He Just a Hot Distraction?Hey y’all,Today I’m digging into the sudden mainstream interest in Hasan Piker—Twitch streamer, political commentator, and, apparently, the internet’s best hope for pulling young men back from the clutches of the far right.If that sounds dramatic, it’s because it is.Since the 2024 election, Democratic-aligned strategists and media have been scrambling to understand one thing: why did young men swing so hard toward Donald Trump? In 2020, Trump lost young men by 15 points. In 2024, he won them by 14. That’s a nearly 30-point seismic shift.Now, suddenly, Ha...2025-05-1240 min
Foster Parent WellSeeing and Filling Gaps in Foster Care with Amanda PrestonWhat happens when your foster care journey leads you to places you never imagined? Amanda Preston knows this path intimately - from young newlyweds dreaming of "opening an orphanage" to becoming adoptive parents of eight children, veteran foster parents of 16 years, and eventually establishing a mental health clinic supporting neurodivergent families navigating the complexities of adoption and foster care.During Foster Care Awareness Month, this powerful conversation pulls back the curtain on the realities of fostering and adoption from someone who's experienced it from multiple angles. Amanda challenges the widespread misconception that infants adopted from birth don't...2025-05-0748 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜The Girls Are Tired of Celebrity Feminists Playing In Our Faces!Happy Monday, y’all!Maybe we need to rethink popular use of the term “historic” because every time I see the much-maligned all-women Blue Origin space flight referred to as that, I want to scream. Thanks for reading Kimberly Nicole Foster's Newsletter! This post is public so feel free to share it.Shouldn’t a “historic” event mean something to someone other than those who stand to profit from it?In this episode, I break down the widespread backlash to Katy Perry and friends’ space ride and why it marks a...2025-04-2232 min
MeaningFULL Work Podcast with Dr. Nicole Roberts JonesWhy Every Leader Needs a North Star for Organizational Growth with Dr. Nicole Yeldell ButtsIn this episode of the MeaningFULL Work Podcast, we dive into a transformative discussion with Dr. Nicole Yeldell Butts about effective leadership and organizational culture. Discover strategies to uplift your team and streamline success.· Explore the transformative power of the SHIFT framework.· Learn the significance of aligning organizational values with employee behavior.· Understand the challenges and opportunities in current organizational culture shifts.· Gain insight into measuring success both organizationally and individually.· Discover how to foster an inclusive, purpose-driven workplace.--------Grab your copy of Dr Nicole Yeldell Butts Book...2025-03-2431 minFoster Parent WellThe Things We Don't Say Out Loud in Foster Care and AdoptionThe latest episode explores the multifaceted challenges of foster care and adoption, inviting listeners to engage with the often unspoken truths of this journey. By addressing hard topics with compassion, the episode emphasizes the importance of validating the experiences of caregivers and children alike while encouraging open conversations.• Validating the difficulty of foster care without diminishing its beauty • Acknowledging the impact of trauma on children in care • Recognizing the complexities of bonding with foster children • Balancing the goals of reunification with concerns for child safety • Navigating conflicting feelings during goodbyes • Identifying the difference betwee...2025-02-1923 minFoster Parent WellSpiritual Armor for Foster and Adoptive FamiliesThis episode explores the spiritual warfare that foster parents face as they navigate their unique challenges. By emphasizing the importance of guarding our minds, nurturing relationships, prioritizing self-care, and cultivating gratitude, we equip ourselves to combat discouragement and support each other through this journey.• Understanding spiritual warfare in the context of foster care • The significance of filling our minds with God's truth • Importance of nurturing marital and community relationships • Necessity of self-care for spiritual and emotional resilience • Strategies for guarding our hearts against negativity and despairCouple's Wellness Challenge: https://stan.st...2025-02-1122 min
Foster Parent WellFoster Care Narratives with Johnna SteinJonna Stein's "Untangling Hope" beautifully captures the intricate emotions of a foster child navigating trauma and the longing for belonging. In our discussion, we explore themes of empathy, understanding trauma, and the importance of fostering conversations about these experiences among parents, children, and their communities. • Exploring the journey of a foster child in "Untangling Hope" • Understanding the difference between fitting in and belonging • Importance of compassion in caregiving • Insights into a child's perspective on trauma and resilience • Facilitation of dialogue about foster care in families and communities • Call for empathy and education about experi...2025-01-1535 min