Parent and Child Fostering

Nurturing Hope & Stability in New Families

Foster care comes in many forms, each designed to help people in unique and challenging circumstances overcome the obstacles they face in times of adversity. Situations involving a baby or young child and their birth parent who is experiencing difficulties can find support and relief under the care of a parent and child fostering placement, a remarkable type of foster care that goes beyond traditional placements. Parent and child fostering, sometimes also referred to as mother and baby foster placements, provides a specialized approach to support both the child and the parent experiencing challenges.

At Acorn Fostering Services, we are proud to offer a safe and supportive environment where new families in Leicestershire and the surrounding counties can receive the guidance and care they need to build a better foundation and brighter future for themselves and their children.

Understanding Parent & Child Foster Care

Parent and child fostering is a unique form of foster care that focuses on nurturing the parent-child relationship while providing assistance to birth parents in need of additional support to care for their child. It involves placing a baby or young child and their parent, either the mother or father, together in foster care. This type of fostering placement typically lasts for a period of 12-26 weeks, during which the parent is given the help and access to resources they need to develop their parenting skills in a stable home setting.

Often, these parents are new parents who may struggle with disabilities, learning difficulties, or substance misuse. They may live with traumas from their past such as domestic abuse or have experienced foster care themselves as a child. No matter the circumstance, parent and child foster care offers a compassionate, understanding environment aimed at empowering and equipping these parents with the confidence and capacity to provide the best possible care for their child.

The Responsibilities of a Parent & Child Foster Carer

Parent and child placements are complex forms of fostering care that can be very demanding at times but, ultimately, incredibly rewarding. Babies and young children need a lot of care and attention, and, as a parent and child foster carer, you will be tasked with building a productive working relationship with the parent. The mentoring and guidance you provide to the parent plays a vital role in the process, as you will also be trained to facilitate an overall assessment of their progress and ability to care for their child. Your collaborative work with the parent will help ensure they receive the necessary resources to overcome their challenges and create a stable and loving environment.

Become a Parent & Child Foster Carer Today

If you’re considering becoming a part of our parent and child fostering family, Acorn Fostering Services will equip you with all the skills and specialized training you need to help pave a positive path for parents struggling to provide for their child. Our parent and child foster carers receive enhanced pay and benefits, extensive access to resources, and ongoing support to help them succeed.

We invite you to learn more about what it takes to become a parent and child foster carer. Your astounding dedication can help shape a solid foundation for both parent and child, offering them a chance to thrive in a warmhearted and practical home setting. Join our team of foster carers and help make a lasting impact on the lives of families in Leicestershire. Contact us or apply online today.

We also provide other types of Foster Care: