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Author: Staci Thomas, TBRI® Practitioner

Food Hoarding: Feasting on Control

A child wearing pink polka‑dot pajamas sits at a table holding a bowl of cereal with milk. A spoon rests inside the bowl, which contains several round cereal pieces.

1. Food hoarding is often rooted in past neglect, not defiance. 2. Survival strategies don’t disappear just because circumstances change.  3. Consistency, reassurance, and connection reduce anxiety over time. This resource is part of “Understanding Big Behaviors: Brain-Based Insights”  Training. If you would like to learn more about this training or any of other trainings. […]

The Responsibility of a Transracial Adoptive Parent

Three individuals sit closely together at a table while looking at a laptop screen. A cup with a straw and a notebook are on the table in front of them.

1. Love alone isn’t enough—transracial parenting requires ongoing, intentional effort. 2. Adoptive parents cannot assume their child’s lived experience. 3. Active learning and community engagement are essential for children to thrive. This blog is part of our “TBRI® Caregiver” Training. If you would like to learn more about this training or any of other trainings. Click […]

Bridging the Gap: How to Improve Birth Family Visits

An adult and a young child are on the floor together with colored pencils, engaging in an art activity in a living room setting.

1.  Birth family visits often bring grief, confusion, and difficult behaviors for children in care. 2. Preparation, routine, and simple supports can ease transitions before and after visits. 3. Listening with compassion helps children process big emotions safely. This blog is part of our “TBRI® Caregiver” Training. If you would like to learn more about this […]