From Stay-at-home Mom to Heroin Addict: A Mother's Journey to Recovery

TLDRTiffany, a stay-at-home mom from Atlanta, shares her journey from being a heroin addict to finding recovery. Despite losing custody of her children and facing multiple probations, she finds the strength to overcome her addiction and rebuild her life for the sake of her family.

Key insights

👩‍👦‍👦Tiffany's addiction led to her losing custody of her children, but she is determined to regain their trust and rebuild their relationship.

💔Tiffany's struggle with postpartum depression and the physical pain from childbirth led her to start using drugs, including opiates.

💉Tiffany's addiction progressed from prescription painkillers to harder drugs like heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine.

🚫Tiffany's addiction negatively impacted her relationship with her husband, leading to fights and a lack of trust.

💪Tiffany's journey to recovery involved seeking treatment, including medical detox and therapy, to address the physical and emotional aspects of addiction.

Q&A

What led to Tiffany's addiction?

Tiffany's addiction started with prescription painkillers after the birth of her first child. Her struggle with postpartum depression and the physical pain from childbirth contributed to her substance abuse.

Did Tiffany lose custody of her children?

Yes, Tiffany lost custody of her children due to her addiction. However, she is determined to regain their trust and rebuild their relationship.

How did Tiffany's addiction impact her marriage?

Tiffany's addiction caused conflicts and trust issues in her marriage. She and her husband fought frequently, and it took a toll on their relationship.

What steps did Tiffany take to recover from her addiction?

Tiffany sought treatment, including medical detox and therapy, to address both the physical and emotional aspects of her addiction. She also made changes to her environment and built a support system to maintain her sobriety.

Is Tiffany still in recovery?

Yes, Tiffany is still in recovery and has been sober for 60 days. She is committed to her sobriety and rebuilding her life for the sake of her family.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Tiffany, a stay-at-home mom from Atlanta, shares her journey from being a heroin addict to finding recovery.

02:30Tiffany's addiction started with prescription painkillers after the birth of her first child.

05:40Tiffany's addiction progressed to harder drugs like heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine.

08:15Tiffany lost custody of her children due to her addiction, but she is determined to regain their trust and rebuild their relationship.

10:50Tiffany sought treatment, including medical detox and therapy, to address the physical and emotional aspects of her addiction.