The Importance of Frontloading in Foster Care During the Holidays
Frontloading is a method used in foster care to prepare a child for what to expect during the holiday season, which can be a complex and challenging period. The process minimizes surprises by openly communicating about family traditions and festivities, thereby promoting a sense of inclusion, reducing anxiety, and enhancing adjustment. It also involves involving the child in holiday preparations and being sensitive to possible difficult past holiday experiences. Frontloading thereby helps integrate foster children into their new families.