During its residency at FUNFAI, the collective La Hervidera worked with caregivers in a care laboratory that placed care at the center of their everyday practices. Each session began in an intimate and welcoming atmosphere, sharing breakfast and morning coffee as moments of trust, listening, and mutual support. These gatherings became the starting point for identifying the group's needs and aspirations, ultimately leading to the collaborative creation of a publication.

The laboratory functioned as an experimental and reflective space where caregivers could examine and reframe the ways in which care shapes both their relationships with the children and their roles within the institution. Informal meetings and dialogue-based exercises opened up meaningful conversations, highlighting the importance of self-care as a condition for sustaining the work of caring for others.

The residency had a significant impact: caregivers strengthened their capacity for emotional expression and critical reflection, empowering their everyday practices. The collective publication not only reinforced a sense of community but also shared the knowledge and experiences generated throughout the process, contributing to stronger relationships with the children and fostering a supportive environment that promotes their overall well-being.