It is important that foster parents immediately report any concerns regarding the birth parents, particularly as it relates to unauthorized visits, telephone calls or threats. While it is important to support children in maintaining connections with birth parents and other significant people in their past, this should never be done at the expense of the safety and security of the child or the foster family. You will find, however, that most birth parents are not difficult to work with and many of them welcome the care and stability you are providing for their child during their period of crisis.
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