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The Truth About Fostering Teenagers in the UK (It's Not What You Think)

"I only want to foster a baby." It is the most common request social workers hear. But are babies really easier? 👶 vs 🧑‍🎤 In Episode 11 of The Journey to Fostering, hosts Sarah (Social Work Expert) and Tom (Experienced Foster Carer) tackle the "Baby Myth" head-on. We discuss why the shortage of foster carers for teenagers is a crisis in the UK, and why experienced carers like Tom actually prefer the "banter" of a teen over the sleepless nights of a toddler. In this episode: 📉 The Shortage: Sarah explains the numbers. While most applicants want 0-5s, the biggest need in the UK is for teenagers. 🍼 The "Baby Myth": Why people assume babies are "easier" (spoiler: they aren't). We discuss how trauma presents in non-verbal children who can't tell you why they are crying. 💬 The Rewards of Teens: Tom shares why he loves fostering this age group—from helping with CVs and first dates to seeing them achieve real independence. 🏋️ Your Lifestyle: The practical benefits. Tom explains how fostering a teen allows you to still have a life (like going to the gym or having a hobby), whereas a toddler requires 24/7 eyes-on supervision. ⬇️ FREE DOWNLOADS & LINKS: Download our FREE Fostering Guide eBook - www.fostercareagencies.co.uk/free-fostering-guide Find a Fostering Agency Near You: www.fostercareagencies.co.uk/is-fostering-for-you/ #FosteringTeens #FosterCareUK #TeensVsToddlers #ParentingTeens #SocialWork #UKFostering #Teenagers #FosterCareMyths