Fostering isn’t just a calling — it’s an emotional, mental, and spiritual challenge.

In Season 2, Episode 5 of the Fostering Adoption Podcast, Nikki & Larry open up about the realities most families are afraid to say out loud: the exhaustion, pressure, uncertainty, and moments that nearly pushed them to their limit.

This episode explores: • The mental toll of fostering • How stress and trauma show up inside the home • What kept them grounded when everything felt overwhelming • The role of faith, community, and support • Why honesty matters in the foster care conversation

If you’re fostering, considering fostering, or supporting a foster family, this episode offers real insight, encouragement, and validation. You’re not alone — and you’re not crazy for feeling this way.

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In Season 2, Episode 4 of the Fostering Adoption Podcast, we dive into one of the hardest and most important realities within foster and adoptive care: the disorders, disruptions, and emotional battles children experience long before they arrive in a new home.

This episode sheds light on: • The hidden challenges children are navigating daily • How trauma and instability shape behavior • Why “acting out” is often a signal, not a problem • What foster and adoptive parents need to understand • How families can create safety, consistency, and healing

These honest conversations help us better understand the hurt behind a child’s actions — and how we can respond with empathy instead of frustration. 💛

Whether you're a foster parent, adoptive family, or someone passionate about supporting vulnerable children, this episode offers insight, hope, and real-world guidance.

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In this powerful episode, Nikki & Larry open up about one of the most emotional chapters of their foster care journey — the day they had to discharge a child they deeply loved, and the unbelievable moment when that same child returned to their lives in a way they never expected.

They share what it felt like to navigate grief, hope, and restoration all at the same time. And they go even deeper, talking honestly about something many foster parents struggle with but rarely discuss out loud: the delicate, often challenging balance between raising biological children and foster children under the same roof.

How do you give everyone the love, structure, and attention they deserve? How do you manage the different needs, emotions, and expectations? And how do you protect the hearts of your bio kids while loving your foster kids wholeheartedly?

Through tears, laughter, and transparency, Nikki & Larry share the lessons they learned, the moments that tested their faith, and the grace God provided every step of the way.

If you’re fostering, adopting, considering the journey, or simply want a deeper look into the reality behind the smiles — this episode will speak to you in a meaningful way. 💛 Subscribe for more real conversations, real families, and real stories of hope.

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In this powerful episode, Nikki & Larry share the pivotal moment they made the decision to open their home — and their hearts — to children in need.

From the conversations that led up to it, to the emotions that came with saying “yes,” Season 2 Episode 2 dives deep into what it truly means to create a safe, loving space for others.

Listen as they unpack:

• The story behind their decision

• The impact fostering had on their home

• What they learned about family, faith, and sacrifice

• How opening the door changed their lives forever

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In this opening episode, Nikki and Larry invite you into their story — the life experiences, family values, and defining moments that shaped their passion for fostering and adoption. From their childhood influences to the early years of their marriage, they share how faith, compassion, and a heart for service became the foundation of their home.

You’ll learn who they are, what shaped them, and why they’ve committed their lives to caring for children and families in need. This honest introduction sets the stage for a season filled with real conversations, lived experiences, and the beautiful realities of love in action.

Join us as the journey begins.

In our Season 1 finale, we wrap things up by sharing our greatest takeaways, holy highlights and favorite moments from the 21 incredible people we had on the show. You also will get a sneak peak of the exciting things to come in Season 2 and a special announcement! See you in November!

Are you a foster or adoptive parent who would like to share what God has done in your life? Are you an organization that serves the children in our community? We would love to hear from you! Click the link below. https://cherishedimphttps://cherishedimpressionscpa.com/our-podcastressionscpa.com/

Learn how we help families in our community through SWAGG: https://www.facebook.com/swaggprograms

Are you a foster or adoptive parent who would like to share what God has done in your life? Are you an organization that serves the children in our community? We would love to hear from you! Click the link below. https://cherishedimphttps://cherishedimpressionscpa.com/our-podcastressionscpa.com/

Learn how we help families in our community through SWAGG: https://www.facebook.com/swaggprograms

Listen to Sam's The One Called Mama podcast by clicking here:

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In today’s episode we dive into the world of equine therapy and the vast array of benefits it holds for our children and community. Filmed on location at locally owned and operated Runnin’ Free Ranch, listen to Amy Dojahn as she shares how her and her husband Ken (DJ) started this incredible organization and their passion for using horses to bring healing to our community. This one is jam packed with valuable info. that you DO NOT want to miss!

To contact Amy, visit her website at https://www.runninfreeranch.org/

Link to resources mentioned in today’s episode are here: https://zipdo.co/equine-therapy-statistics/

Are you a foster or adoptive parent who would like to share what God has done in your life? Are you an organization that serves the children in our community? We would love to hear from you! Click the link below. https://cherishedimphttps://cherishedimpressionscpa.com/our-podcastressionscpa.com/

Learn how we help families in our community through SWAGG: https://www.facebook.com/swaggprograms

Listen to Sam's The One Called Mama podcast by clicking here:

https://onecalledmama.org/one-called-mama-podcast