So, a little while ago, my parents told me and my family that we were going to have a new member join our family. But this new member wasn’t going to be a baby brother or sister like I thought, it was going to be a foster child!

At first, I was kind of confused. I mean, I had heard about foster care before, but I didn’t really know what it meant. So, my parents sat me down and explained it to me. They told me that there are lots of kids out there who don’t have a safe and loving home like we do, and we had the chance to help one of them. I thought that was pretty awesome.

The day the foster child came to our house was both exciting and a little bit scary. I didn’t know what to expect, and I wasn’t sure if we would get along. But when I met the foster child, I realized the foster child was just a kid like me, with their own story and feelings.

Over time, our foster sibling started to feel like a real part of our family. We did homework together, celebrated birthdays, and even went on family trips. It was awesome to see them grow and become more confident.

We spent some time getting to know each other, playing games, and sharing our favourite things. It turned out we had a lot in common! We both loved pizza, video games, and drawing silly pictures. It was like making a new friend, and that made me really happy.

I also learned that being a foster sibling is about being kind, patient, and understanding. Sometimes, foster children might have been through tough times, and they need extra love and support. It’s important to be there for them and make them feel safe and welcome.

Over time, our foster sibling started to feel like a real part of our family. We did homework together, celebrated birthdays, and even went on family trips. It was awesome to see them grow and become more confident.

I won’t lie, there were some challenges along the way. Sharing toys and attention can be tricky sometimes, but my parents always helped us work things out. We learned about teamwork and how to be good friends with each other.

Being a foster sibling has taught me so much. It’s shown me the power of love, kindness, and the importance of helping others. It’s also made me realize that family isn’t just about blood; it’s about the people who care about you and who you care about.

So, if your family ever decides to become foster carers, don’t be afraid. It’s an amazing adventure that will open your heart and teach you incredible things. You will make new friends, learn about different backgrounds, and, most importantly, make a difference in someone’s life.

I recently read that there are many children in the UK care system who need a safe and loving house. If you think your mum and dad can be good foster carers, please discuss it with them and ask them to reach out to Sunbeam Fostering by calling them on 02087990930 to get more information on fostering.