Lilley is a mother of three with another on the way in 2022 (viaPeople).

Her oldest children, Kayden and Jeffrey, were adopted through foster care.

Since bringing Kayden into her life, Lilley has been a big advocate for foster parenting.

Jen Lilley posing outdoors

However, her husband, Jason Wayne, wasn’t as sure of the idea at first.

“But the truth is, they’re not.

They’ve just fallen into a very broken system through no fault of their own.”

Jen Lilley and husband, Jason Wayne

“There’s no way to sugarcoat it,” she said.

“It’s emotional.

However, despite the ups and downs along the way, Lilley wouldn’t trade her experience.

Jen Lilley with rescue dogs

The actress believes fostering changed her “life and family for the better forever.”

The key is having all the facts necessary to make your decision.

Her recommendation was to offer whatever skillset you have to the cause.

Jen Lilley on Hallmark’s Channel “Home & Family”

“[Everyone has] unique talents and gifts.

So, you should use those, Lilley said.