5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Foster Carer

Looking back on my time fostering there are a few things I wish I had of known before becoming one. When I became a foster carer I wasn’t a mum. However, I felt my years of experience in youth work would hold me in good stead. And in some instances it did. But it didn't prepare me for the next nine years of my life fully. I am often asked by those thinking about going in to serve as a foster carer should know and so, I have put a list of the top five that would have made my life easier. 1. Your house is your partner. I would advise coming to terms with the fact that your home will be a vessel to be maintained, and not be perfect. It is your silent partner, offering cover and safety. How it looks will take a back seat for a while. Also, I don’t know why, but we have replaced toilets seats regularly during our time as carers. They always went loose no matter how many times you would tighten them or how much you would invest in a toilet seat. So don’t worry, it’s normal for t