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Scenario

When physical affection remains difficult for foster children

Our foster son has been here two years and still flinches when I reach for him and it breaks my heart every time

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Trust rebuilds slowly in bodies that learned early that touch can mean harm, requiring patience that feels like rejection.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Foster parenting?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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