My Story, My Way

Adoption & Long-term Foster Care Reflection & Reassurance Cards

21 beautifully designed cards

Every child's story is unique. Whether they have joined their family through adoption, are living in long-term foster care, or have experienced significant changes in their early life, they deserve opportunities to explore their identity, relationships and sense of belonging in a way that feels gentle and free from pressure.

My Story, My Way is a thoughtfully curated collection of Reflection & Reassurance Cards designed to support children as they explore their personal story, identity and emotions through creativity, reflection and meaningful conversation.

Created to be used alongside a trusted adult, the collection encourages children to ask questions, express feelings and recognise that every part of their story matters.

🌿 Designed to Support

• Exploring identity and personal story
• Adoption and long-term foster care experiences
• Feelings of belonging and connection
• Curiosity about life history and important relationships
• Building confidence and self-worth
• Understanding that mixed emotions are normal
• Encouraging gentle, child-led conversations

🌿 What's Included

This collection contains 21 beautifully designed cards, including:

• Thoughtfully written reflection prompts
• Gentle affirmations that nurture identity, belonging and self-worth
• A Holding the Space guidance card for the trusted adult supporting the child
• A soft drawstring storage pouch, individually hand stamped by Wild Hearts Creative, making every collection feel thoughtful and special

Designed to be used with a trusted adult, the cards encourage meaningful conversations, emotional expression and creative exploration while allowing children to engage at their own pace.

🌿 Ideal For

✓ Adoptive parents and families
✓ Long-term foster carers
✓ Special guardians
✓ Primary schools
✓ SEND provision
✓ SENCOs and ELSA support
✓ Nurture groups
✓ Pastoral teams
✓ Emotional wellbeing interventions

🌿 At a Glance

✓ 21 beautifully designed Reflection & Reassurance Cards
✓ Reflection prompts and gentle affirmations
✓ Includes a Holding the Space guidance card
✓ Presented in a hand-stamped drawstring storage pouch
✓ Designed for use with a trusted adult
✓ Suitable for home, school and professional settings
✓ Encourages emotional expression, reflection and meaningful conversations

🌿 A Gentle Reminder

Every child's story is unique. Trust what feels right for them.

These cards are designed to support reflection, conversation and creativity alongside a trusted adult. They are not intended to replace professional advice or therapeutic intervention where this may be needed.

Helping children express, explore and communicate their feelings—one gentle conversation at a time. 💜