No matter how much you prepare yourself to be a foster parent, you will never be fully prepared. This post provides some recommendations for your wishlist.
A Foster Care Wishlist of items that may help you on your journey as a foster parent, and provide support to you and your kiddos.
A Foster Care Wishlist of items that may help you on your journey as a foster parent, and provide support to you and your kiddos.
No matter how much you prepare yourself to be a foster parent, you will never be fully prepared. This post provides some recommendations for your wishlist.
How to set up a foster care bedroom. Tips and ideas from an experienced foster mom that will save you time and money.
What does an adoptive or foster parent need before their baby or child arrives? Along with all the great surprises that a new child brings, what items they will need will vary based on SO MANY factors! Their age, gender, race, history, medical needs and location may all be unknown before the last minute. Many adoptive
We're partnering with Daymaker to pick some holiday gifts to send to US foster kids and other children in need. See how you can help - it's fun!
Foster Care Bedroom Ideas: If you are feeling antsy, make a list of things you need, plan ahead, have a game plan, and get ready to be flexible!
No matter how much you prepare yourself to be a foster parent, you will never be fully prepared. This post provides some recommendations for your wishlist.
No matter how much you prepare yourself to be a foster parent, you will never be fully prepared. This post provides some recommendations for your wishlist.
No matter how much you prepare yourself to be a foster parent, you will never be fully prepared. This post provides some recommendations for your wishlist.
5 surprising and helpful tips to help you organize and prepare your home to be welcoming and safe for foster kids.
Book Synopsis From acclaimed South African author Therese Beharrie, this #OwnVoices rom-com about a romance novelist with a touch of magic is loaded with heart, heat, and smart, sexy banter, while also addressing timely, weighty issues around the foster care system, mental health, and the power of creativity. In this sparkling new novel, acclaimed author Therese Beharrie delivers a delightfully magical romantic comedy about a woman literally living her dreams--and conjuring a real-life hero . . . One unexpected kiss . . .Successful romance author Gaia Anders has a secret: anything she dreams at night is magically written into her bestselling novels. After a lonely childhood in foster care, her dream life is the only one she trusts. Gaia's waking life just can't compare--until she gets caught in one utterly surprising, crazy-passionate, real-life kiss . . . One near-perfect guy . . .Workaholic businessman Jacob Scott has had a crush on his brother's best friend, Gaia, since forever--but he never expected to literally share her dreams. Living out their magical nighttime fantasies is explosive, but it's their waking desire turning his single-minded ways upside down. It's making him want a future he didn't think was possible . . . One dream that could come true . . .But Gaia has secrets from her past she won't reveal. And Jacob's attempts to keep the peace in his own fractured family puts him up against her deepest fears. Soon, they're facing hard truths about who they are and what they're running from. And the only way to break this curse is realizing true love's real-life power . . . About the Author Therese Beharrie is a South African romance author of several acclaimed novels, including And They Lived Happily Ever After and the One Day to Forever series. She takes pride in writing diverse characters and settings, and her books are often recommended for their heart and banter. She lives in Cape Town with her husband, her inspiration for every hero, and two adorable baby boys. Please follow her on social media or visit her at ThereseBeharrie.com.
Foster Mom Sweatshirt, Foster Parent Gift, Bonus Mom Sweater, Foster Mom Shirt, Gift For Foster Mom, Adoption Shirt, Foster Care Sweatshirt Our unisex sweatshirts are very cute and comfy! You can pair them with your favorite leggings, style them with your jeans, or add them as a layer for some extra warmth. A sturdy and warm sweatshirt bound to keep you warm in the colder months. A pre-shrunk, classic fit sweater that's made with air-jet spun yarn for a soft feel and reduced pilling. Add some fun to your wardrobe with high quality, soft and lightweight Sweatshirt, and fits well. It's comfortable and flattering. All of our items are hand printed to order. This is sure to become your new favorite Sweatshirt. • 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Pre-shrunk • Classic fit • 1x1 athletic rib knit collar with spandex • Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling • Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem SHIPPING AND PROCESSING - Please allow 3-7 business days for your item to be processed and printed. Your item is custom made! - Your order ships from the US. Allow 2-5 business days shipping for US orders. However, we cannot guarantee USPS shipping times. - Your order is printed, packaged and shipped directly from the printing production company we use. - During the busy holiday season there could be potential extended processing & shipping times. CARE INSTRUCTION - Warm machine wash, non-chlorine bleach may be used as needed, tumble dry on low heat, iron on medium heat, do not dry clean. Our printing production partner uses Direct To Garment (DTG) printing using specialized ink jet technology, where the ink is applied directly to the garment and is absorbed by the garment’s fibres. DTG printing is not the old style, iron on transfers that fade with time. DTG printing allows the details of the digital image to be higher than screen printing methods, and the images are sharper. OUR STORE POLICIES As your item is custom made, we don’t accept returns, exchanges or cancellations. However, if there are any problems with your order please contact us and we will do our best to help.
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Lake & Oak Tea Co. is a female-powered Canadian wellness brand obsessed with fostering self-care rituals that taste as good as they feel. We're known for our clean and functional Superfood Tea & Adaptogen Blends that also happen to be the *best* you've ever tasted. Things you'll never find in our blends? Sugar, sweeteners or so-called "natural flavours" - we let the plants speak for themselves. Vegan, Organic, Sugar-Free and Made with Recyclable Packaging. 2% Goes Back to Mental Health. Superfood Loose Leaf Tea!! 24 cups / 50 g Ashwagandha + Chill: Soothe anxiety & squash sleep troubles over a sweet and soothing herbal medley of chamomile, spearmint and skullcap. This potent blend uses the adaptogenic herb ashwagandha to relax the effects of mental and physical stress, lowering cortisol levels and bolstering well being. Tasting notes: Spearmint & subtle floral chamomile notes Tasting notes: revitalizing spearmint and sweet floral chamomile. Ingredients: Organic Ashwagandha Root, Organic Chamomile, Organic Peppermint, Organic Passionflower, Organic Rose Petals, Organic Catnip Leaf & Flower. Gut Love: Boost beauty from the inside out with this knockout blend that soothes the gut, tames inflammation, and promotes detoxification. Licorice and peppermint mingle to make the ultimate gut-healing cocktail, with dandelion bringing it’s liver-cleansing prowess to the party. Tasting notes: Refreshing citrus-peppermint with a hint of sweetness from licorice root. Ingredients: Organic*: Lemongrass*, Dandelion Root*, Milk Thistle Leaf*, Licorice Root*, Lemon Peel, Peppermint Lavender Dreams: Clean linens, soft slippers and a cozy cup of lavender tea: a few of our favourite things about bedtime! Sip and soak up a little relaxation with this soothing blend of lavender, passionflower, and superfoods tulsi and ashwagandha. It’s perfect to soothe your nerves on a stressful day, or as a part of your nightly wind-down ritual. Tasting notes: Soothing lavender and rooibos with a kiss of warming tulsi and vanilla. Ingredients: Lavender*, Tulsi*, Chamomile*, Rooibos, Passionflower*, Ashwagandha*, Pure Vanilla Bean Powder* (Organic) Not Coffee: Dear coffee: we love you for your intoxicating aroma and bold and bitter flavour. Jitters, insomnia and tummy aches? No thanks! This herbal revelation brings the glorious richness and ritual of your morning brew, but leaves the rest. Formulated with power plants like detox-worthy dandelion root and stress-busting ashwagandha; it’s a satisfying, feel-good fix without the flop. Tasting notes: Bitter notes of dark chocolate and coffee, with hints of cinnamon and nuts. Ingredients: Dandelion Root*, Chicory Root*, Rooibos*, Cinnamon*, Ashwagandha Root, (*All Organic) Rose Hibiscus Glow: Boost beauty from the inside-out with this hydrating blend that’s dripping with hibiscus, rosehip & super berry schisandra. With a ruby red tint and fruity feel, it’s like a plant-powered, adaptogenic kool-aid in your mug. Tasting notes: tart hibiscus and sweet citrus orange. Ingredients: Hibiscus*, Rosehips*, Orange Peel*, Lemongrass*, Licorice Root*, Rose Petals* (*Organic) Spiced Coconut Chai: The chai with its own fan club. This comforting tea is rockin' superfoods tulsi, ginger and cinnamon, for a sip that's pleasantly spicy and sweet. Rooibos makes it a naturally caffeine-free dream. great for mellowing out any time of day. Tasting notes: exotic spices with a gentle sweetness from cinnamon and coconut. Ingredients: Roobios*, Tulsi*, Cinnamon*, Ginger*, Black Peppercorns*, Cardamom*, Coconut Flakes* (Organic) Strawberry Beet Beauty: This gorgeous pink tea screams summertime with every fruity, energizing sip. Juicy notes of ripe strawberry, goji berry and hibiscus balance deliciously with subtly sweet and creamy white tea. Packed with glow-boosting and immune-supporting antioxidants, it's a treat for both your bod' and taste buds. Tasting notes: Freshly picked strawberries and fruity hibiscus with a hint of baked almond. Ingredients: Strawberry Pieces*, White Tea*, Hibiscus*, Rosehips*, Rose Petals*, Goji Berry*, Beetroot* (Organic) Super Green: This green goddess was designed to keep you going (and glowing) all day, with free-radical scavenger green tea, Japanese matcha, and adaptogenic moringa leaf. Refreshing lemongrass and lemon myrtle bring balance to every energizing and detoxifying sip. Tasting Notes: Grassy green and smooth matcha undertones with fresh citrus notes. Ingredients: Sencha Green Tea*, Ceremonial Grade Matcha*, Organic Moringa Leaf*, Lemongrass*, Lemon Peel*, Lemon Myrtle* (*Organic) Strawberry Immunity: Sip to your health with this gorgeous berry blend that is packed with nature's favourite flu-fighters: elderberry, goji berries, echinacea, and ginger. The bold berry flavour makes it an addictive all-day sipper, with a hint of tingly ginger for that instant feel-good boost. Insanely delicious, hot or iced. Tasting notes: Juicy and tart berries with a subtle zing from ginger and echinacea Ingredients: Elderberries*, Echinacea*, Strawberries, Goji Berries*, Hibiscus*, Ginger*, Orange Peel* (Organic) Tulsi Lemon-Aid: 100% Refreshment 0% BS. Inspired by the timeless flavours of black tea and lemon, this caffeine-free dream packs an ultra healthy punch with green rooibos and adaptogenic tulsi. Bringing a wave of freshness, lemon myrtle and lemon peel make this a blissful sip hot or iced. Caffeine, sugar or flavouring? Nuh-uh honey. Tasting notes: Citrus and grassy, with hints of black tea and sweet tulsi. Ingredients: Tulsi*, Green Rooibos*, Lemongrass*, Lemon Peel*, Lemon Myrtle*, Schisandra Berry* (*All Organic) Turmeric Ginger: Sip & bliss out on this fiery concoction of glowing turmeric root, sweet cinnamon, and zingy ginger. Sweet tulsi is your mellow, inflammation-hacking companion, smoothing out stress and anxiety. Tasting notes: Sweet and gently spicy notes of cinnamon ginger and turmeric. Chai tea meets turmeric latte. Ingredients: Turmeric*, Ginger*, Tulsi*, Lemon Myrtle*, Cinnamon*, Black Peppercorn* (*Organic) Vanilla Cookie Calm: Treat Yourself Skip the sugar, keep the treat. This soothing tea evokes the warm and fuzzy feeling of cookies fresh from the oven. Rooibos, chamomile, tulsi keep it caffeine-free and ultra calming, blended with superfoods cinnamon, vanilla bean and toasted coconut. Caffeine Free. Tasting Notes: Warm vanilla and cinnamon with hints of nutty toasted coconut. Ingredients: Rooibos*, Vanilla Bean*, Tulsi*, Chamomile*, Toasted Coconut*, Cinnamon*, Pink Himalayan Sea Salt (*Organic) Dandy Mint Refresh: Clean greens Super herbs to the rescue! This soothing tea packs a healthy punch with digestive and detox-supporting herbs like dandelion, nettle, peppermint, ginger, and licorice. Enjoy this pleasant sipper when you’re feeling sluggish, or need a pick-me-up between meals. Caffeine free Tasting notes: refreshing mint, balanced with soothing herbal notes. Ingredients: Dandelion Leaf*, Peppermint*, Nettle*, Licorice*, Dandelion Root*, Ginger Root*, Chlorella* (*Organic) Tangerine Sunshine: Citrus Squeeze! The sun’s out, the oranges are juicy, and the tea is served! Sip and soak up sunny citrus flavours with this nourishing, superfruit blend. Real orange peel, mango, tangerine, and turmeric will pep you up, support glow, and immunity too! The hint of vanilla bean channels your favourite creamsicle pop - delicious with a splash of milk and honey! Caffiene Free. Tasting Notes: Sweet orange + tangerine with hints of vanilla bean. Ingredients: Orange Peel*, Tangerine Pieces, Mango Pieces, Lemon Peel*, Lemon Myrtle*, Licorice Root*, Turmeric Pieces*, Vanilla Bean Powder* (*Organic)
Bottega Veneta's tote is a fine example of Daniel Lee's careful attention to detail and focus on traditional craftsmanship. Named after actress Jodie Foster, it's hand-woven from butter-soft leather using the label's intrecciato technique and has a slouchy shape that fits perfectly in the crook of your arm.
From acclaimed South African author Therese Beharrie, this #OwnVoices rom-com about a romance novelist with a touch of magic is loaded with heart, heat, and ...
When we became were in the process of becoming foster parents, I voraciously read everything I could find about foster children, how to help children who have experienced trauma, and working within the foster care system. While this understanding didn’t prepare me for all the tough realities of the foster care system, I’m so thankfulContinue Reading
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Looking for books specific to foster care? Are you baffled by the system or the kids behaviors? These books help deal with everyday life & the realities of fostering kids in the system. I personally adore the Love & logic books, they really seemed to make a difference. However depending on the ages & special needs of the kids you take you may find many other helpful.