The Power of Being Seen: Interview with Daniela Coates - S03 E04 (#25)

In this heartwarming episode of the Connected Parenting Minute, hosts Will and CarrieAnn Standfest invite listeners to a special conversation with Daniela Coates, author of the children's book "The Day Lily Turned [un]Invisible." This episode explores themes of visibility and self-worth within the context of foster and adoptive families. Daniela shares insights from her own experiences as a licensed master social worker and mother of six, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and joys of fostering and adoption. The Standfests and Daniela discuss the inspiration behind her book, which centers on Lily, a biological child in a foster family who feels invisible amidst the changes in her home. Through Lily's journey, the book emphasizes the importance of feeling seen and valued, regardless of external recognition. Daniela's personal anecdotes and professional insights provide listeners with a deeper understanding of the emotional dynamics at play in blended families. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the importance of acknowledging the feelings of all children in the family, whether biological or adopted, and to find ways to make each child feel special and seen. The episode also touches on the significance of self-care for parents and the value of finding personal hobbies that bring joy and rejuvenation. Don't miss this insightful episode filled with meaningful conversations and practical advice. Tune in to discover how to foster a more connected and understanding family environment, one connected parenting minute at a time. For more content: Website: https://www.ConnectedParentingMinute.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConnectedParentingMinute Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connected.parenting.minute/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConnectedParentingMinute Email: [email protected] Episode Keywords: Foster Care, Adoption, Parenting Strategies, Emotional Regulation, Connection-Based Parenting, Child Development, Family Dynamics, Self-Worth, Parenting Podcast, Trauma-Informed Care #connectedparenting #fostercare #adoption #emotionalregulation #parentingstrategies #childdevelopment #familydynamics #selfworth #traumainformed #parentingpodcast Music by https://lesfm.net/ -- ✍️ Episode References Daniela Coates [Daniela Coates Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/with_siblings) The Day Lily Turned Uninvisible [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.com) Replaced Conference [Replaced Conference Website](https://replacedconference.org) Royal Family Kids Camp [Royal Family Kids Camp Website](https://rfk.org) Christian Alliance for Orphans CAFO Conference [CAFO Website](https://cafo.org) Replanted Conference [Replanted Ministry Website](https://replantedministry.org) Show notes created by https://headliner.app