THE
PARENT PODCAST
Showing Up for Kids and
the Foster Care System
with Amy Vale
Show Notes
In this episode, hosts Marci and Debbie sit down with foster parent and entrepreneur Amy to explore the realities of foster care, from navigating challenging systems to finding true support. Amy shares her personal journey, the importance of self-care, and how she created Percy, a weighted comfort bear designed to offer calm and connection. Together, they discuss showing up for kids, healing through community, and making a difference one child at a time.
Saying Yes to Foster Care
Amy shares how she began her foster care journey with a simple "yes" and a heart ready to help. She opens up about the emotional realities of caring for children with trauma and the importance of being calm, consistent, and present. The hosts explore how showing up authentically can transform lives, even amid difficult circumstances.
Finding the Right Support
This segment dives into Amy’s experiences with different foster care agencies—both harmful and helpful. She highlights the critical role of supportive caseworkers, access to respite care, and team collaboration. Amy stresses how the right agency can make all the difference for both foster parents and the children in their care.
Comfort and Care with Percy
Amy introduces Percy, a weighted plush bear she created to mimic the comfort of a hug. Designed to support emotional well-being, Percy has become a soothing resource for many. Amy reflects on the unexpected impact Percy has had and the joy of creating something that helps others feel seen, safe, and supported.
Thank you so much for listening to this episode! This podcast is dedicated to supporting families through the ups and downs of parenting and mental wellness. We know how tough it can be to raise kids in today’s world, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us and let’s lift each other up.
With love,
Marci & Debbie
THE
PARENT PODCAST
Showing Up for Kids and the Foster Care System
with Amy Vale
Show Notes
In this episode, hosts Marci and Debbie sit down with foster parent and entrepreneur Amy to explore the realities of foster care, from navigating challenging systems to finding true support. Amy shares her personal journey, the importance of self-care, and how she created Percy, a weighted comfort bear designed to offer calm and connection. Together, they discuss showing up for kids, healing through community, and making a difference one child at a time.
Key Points
From This Episode:
01:57 - Saying Yes to Foster Care
10:17 - Finding the Right Support
21:18 - Comfort and Care with Percy
Saying Yes to Foster Care
Amy shares how she began her foster care journey with a simple "yes" and a heart ready to help. She opens up about the emotional realities of caring for children with trauma and the importance of being calm, consistent, and present. The hosts explore how showing up authentically can transform lives, even amid difficult circumstances.
Finding the Right Support
This segment dives into Amy’s experiences with different foster care agencies—both harmful and helpful. She highlights the critical role of supportive caseworkers, access to respite care, and team collaboration. Amy stresses how the right agency can make all the difference for both foster parents and the children in their care.
Comfort and Care with Percy
Amy introduces Percy, a weighted plush bear she created to mimic the comfort of a hug. Designed to support emotional well-being, Percy has become a soothing resource for many. Amy reflects on the unexpected impact Percy has had and the joy of creating something that helps others feel seen, safe, and supported.
Thank you so much for listening to this episode! This podcast is dedicated to supporting families through the ups and downs of parenting and mental wellness. We know how tough it can be to raise kids in today’s world, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us and let’s lift each other up.
With love,
Marci & Debbie
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We're on a mission to educate, inspire and transform lives, ages 4-104 using basic scientifically proven methods and tools to decrease stress, anxiety and to increase resiliency and overall well-being.
2882 Prospect Park Dr. Suite 100,
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
(916) 340-5252
© 2019 Cour Experience Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Non-Profit 501c3 EIN: 84-3383699