Growing Together: AFS-USA Host Sibling Experiences

AFS students bring a lot to their new families and homes. But what about when they also bring the sibling experience for the first time?

In this episode, we delve into the stories of only children who suddenly found themselves with siblings overnight! Parker from Massachusetts and Reese from New York grew up as only children, but in recent years, their families have embraced hosting AFS students, adding brothers and sisters from around the globe to their lives.

By welcoming AFS students, families not only offer their child a glimpse of life beyond the United States but also introduce them to the joys and challenges of siblinghood.

Join us as we hear from Parker and two of his host siblings, followed by Reese, his mother, and two of his host siblings. What impact has welcoming a new family member had on their lives?

Interested in hosting a student with AFS? Or perhaps you're an only child yourself... and think it'd be cool to have a sibling from a different country? Head to afsusa.org/host to learn more.

Guests:
Parker Santerre
Noah
Mariana
Taryn Bunn
Reese Day
Ilona
Saki

Study Abroad with AFS-USA: www.afsusa.org/study-abroad
Volunteer with AFS-USA: www.afsusa.org/volunteer
Host with AFS-USA: www.afsusa.org/host
Educator Resources: www.afsusa.org/educators
Contact us: podcast@afsusa.org