fosterage

noun

1. encouragement; aiding the development of something

   noun.communication

   Synonyms fostering

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community

   noun.act

   Synonyms breeding bringing up fostering nurture raising rearing upbringing

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. The care of a foster child; the charge of nursing.

   noun

   Source: webster1913