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staying home
I too was concerned with putting foster children into daycare. they have so many transitions already. When my older kids were young I stayed home because I was married -- then I went back to school after the divorce. I found that my teens indeed did need my presence in the house as much as they did when they were younger. I set up a family daycare in my home. This gives me the continued opportunity to be in home with my foster children. I've been here since day two with my 18 month old and am home when the others get home from school.
you are right in thinking under twos are high energy but in a much different way. They don't come with as much baggage of anger, hatred, frustration. All of these kids need so much love and attention. Good respite and friendship and support from people going through it are all essential. Keep the friendships because those are the people you get to go out with and not talk about adhd, medications, eips etc.
Good luck to you both.
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