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Adopting My Child Out in Early Recovery
Adopting My Child Out in Early Recovery
Adopting My Child Out in Early Recovery
Saturday 3rd April 2021
Hear a mother's emotional journey of choosing adoption during early recovery in this episode of Clean or Sober. A story of support and inner strength.
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Get the buttons here!A Mother's Journey: Choosing Adoption in Early Recovery
They pushed her to seek the answer within herself through prayer, mediation, and what turned into a long process of people responding with, 'I support you either way.' structured answers. This allowed
Making the heart-wrenching decision to give up a child for adoption is tough enough, but imagine doing it while navigating the early stages of recovery. In this compelling episode of 'Clean or Sober', Dave sits down with a close friend who shares her deeply personal story. She opens up about the difficult choice she faced during her early sobriety days, compounded by a toxic relationship with the child's father, who was still battling his own addiction.
This brave guest talks candidly about the emotional rollercoaster and the immense support she received from her family and the recovery community. No one told her what to do; instead, they encouraged her to seek the answers within herself through prayer and meditation. The unwavering support and the mantra of 'I support you either way' helped her build a strong foundation with her higher power, giving her the confidence that she made the right decision.
Listeners will find solace in her account of how she navigated the adoption process, emphasizing the importance of being open-minded towards adoptive parents. Her story is not just about loss but also about finding peace and assurance in knowing that her child would be in a loving and accepting home. Beyond adoption, the episode touches on broader themes such as dealing with physical pain in recovery, taking responsibility for one's life, and managing parenthood while staying sober.
It's a powerful reminder that recovery isn't just about abstaining from substances but also about facing life's toughest challenges head-on and finding the strength to overcome them. This episode offers a beacon of hope and encouragement for anyone grappling with addiction or difficult decisions in their recovery journey. It's a raw and inspiring narrative that underscores the resilience of the human spirit.