Episode 6

Episode 6 - Foster Care Objections (Part 2): The Real Talk Continues

Published on: 24th June, 2025

In Part 2 of our deep dive into the most common objections to foster care, Jason and Whitney bring humor, truth, and lived experience to the table—literally. From “What if it costs too much?” to “What if the child is a different race than me?” they tackle the fears, the practical barriers, and the misconceptions many people wrestle with when considering foster care.

This episode is honest and real, covering topics like:

  • Financial and emotional cost

  • Partner disagreements

  • Connecting with kids

  • Lack of energy, time, or support

  • The brokenness of “the system”

  • Interracial foster/adoptive families

  • Fear of regret

  • And the belief that it “takes a special person”

You’ll laugh, maybe tear up, and definitely walk away more equipped and encouraged to say yes to God’s calling—whatever that may be.

📍 Action Steps This Week:

  • Pray boldly: “God, if You’re calling me, I’ll say yes—even if I’m scared.”

  • Reach out to someone who fosters.

  • Attend a local info session.

  • Support a foster family near you (even dinner or a yard cleanup goes a long way).

🎧 If you missed Part 1 (Episode 5), we recommend starting there!

📬 We’d love to hear from you!

🙏 Thank you for listening, sharing, and living a life of small faithful yeses.

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About the Podcast

Dream Small Podcast
Big impact doesn’t always come from big platforms. More often, it’s found in the faithful yeses of everyday life.

The Dream Small Podcast, hosted by Jason and Whitney Small—parents of seven, foster and adoptive advocates, and storytellers—invites you to discover the extraordinary in the ordinary. Each episode offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and real-life stories from their journey of foster care, adoption, parenting, and faith.

With humor, honesty, and hope, Jason and Whitney remind listeners that God delights in using small steps of faith and love to change lives. Whether you’re a foster parent, adoptive parent, or simply someone longing to live out your faith in practical ways, Dream Small will inspire you to trade fame for faithfulness and embrace the beauty of everyday obedience.

If you’ve ever wondered whether the “small” things really matter, this podcast is for you. Because sometimes the smallest yes can make the biggest difference.
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