Lara, Daniel, and Zoe
Lara, Daniel, and Zoe
015 - Zoe's Recovery Diary #4 - Parenting in Recovery
015 - Zoe's Recovery Diary #4 - Parenting in Recovery
015 - Zoe's Recovery Diary #4 - Parenting in Recovery
Tuesday 8th November 2022
Join Zoe, Daniel, and Lara as they discuss parenting in recovery, from clothes shopping challenges to teaching stress management and healthy coping skills.
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Lara, Daniel, and Zoe
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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By supporting her with managing stress, we increase her capacity to cope by having new skills rather than looking to substances as a coping strategy.
Imagine trying to juggle the ups and downs of parenting while on a recovery journey from fentanyl addiction. In this episode of 'Flowers for Zoe - Stories for Dennis: A Fentanyl Addiction and Recovery Diary', Zoe, Daniel, and Lara dive into the unique hurdles that come with parenting in recovery. They tackle relatable issues like clothes shopping with kids and the emotional tug-of-war it can create.
Zoe opens up about her desire to wear crop tops and how her mother's concerns about school appropriateness led to some heartfelt discussions. Lara, the Mental Health and Addictions Therapist, sheds light on how supporting a child's development involves more than just setting boundaries—it's about teaching stress management and coping skills without resorting to substances. The episode emphasizes the importance of patience, compassion, and finding healthy ways to handle life's stressors.
Whether you're a parent in recovery or someone supporting a loved one through it, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in for a candid chat that blends personal experiences with professional guidance, making the journey of parenting in recovery a little less daunting.