Celebrating Foster & Adoptive Families This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day often focuses on cards, flowers and big gestures. For families involved in foster care and adoption, though, love is often shown in quieter, steadier ways. It is found in consistency, patience and the choice to show up each day, even when things feel hard.
For foster parents, adoptive families and kinship caregivers, love is not about perfection. It is about presence and creating a sense of safety and belonging over time.
Love shows up in everyday routines
Foster parents often show love by building predictable routines. Simple habits like regular mealtimes, consistent bedtimes or a familiar after-school check-in can help children feel grounded and secure. These routines create stability during times of transition.
Keeping expectations realistic and focusing on what feels manageable can help families stay consistent without adding unnecessary pressure.
Small moments matter most
For children in foster care, small moments often leave the biggest impact. Sitting together at the end of the day, listening without rushing or offering reassurance during a difficult moment helps build trust. These moments remind children that someone is paying attention and willing to stay present.
Families navigating foster care and adoption often find that slowing down and focusing on connection, rather than outcomes, helps relationships grow naturally.
Lead with patience and grace
Every family’s journey looks different. Giving yourself permission to learn as you go can make the process feel more sustainable. Taking breaks when needed, asking for support and celebrating small progress can help foster and adoptive families stay emotionally healthy and connected.
Showing patience with yourself models resilience and care for the children in your home.
Thank you for showing up!!!
This Valentine’s Day, we want to thank the foster parents, adoptive families and kinship caregivers who open their homes and hearts. Your steady presence and everyday acts of love make a meaningful difference.
By showing up consistently, you help children feel safe, valued and supported. That kind of love lasts far beyond a single day.
