New program aims to keep foster kids safe with birth parents after reunification
NCT ID NCT04382677
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a 12-week home-visiting program called Promoting First Relationships® for birth parents who have been reunified with their young children (ages 1-5) after foster care. The program focuses on improving parenting skills and the parent-child bond. Researchers followed 264 families to see if the program reduces the risk of children being removed again and improves child well-being.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Promoting First Relationships® (a behavioral home-visiting program)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could help reunified families stay together and reduce the chance of children being placed back into foster care.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study with 264 participants, but results may not apply to all families or regions. The program requires time and commitment from parents, which may limit its real-world impact.
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University of Washington, Child, Family, and Population Health Nursing
Seattle, Washington, 98105, United States