Goodbye visits are often intended to provide closure for children in foster care, but what happens when the visit becomes another source of heartbreak? As an adoptive mother and someone who has worked closely with foster children, I've witnessed the grief, confusion, and trauma that can follow these difficult moments. In this deeply personal blog, I explore the emotional impact of goodbye visits, the psychology behind a child's sense of loss, and the heartbreaking reality caregivers face as they help children navigate the pain left behind.  

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