Parenting and Addiction

Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988National Helpline 1-800-662-4357Veterans Crisis Line (dial 988 then press 1) National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-SAFE)[email protected]​[email protected]​In this episode, I talk about parenting and addiction from both sides of the issue, as a foster parent and as the child of an alcoholic. I share some of my earliest memories of growing up with my dad’s drinking, the chaos that came with it, and why I’ve always tried to make sure kids come before alcohol in my own life. I also talk about how addiction affects children, not just emotionally, but through instability, neglect, and the kind of stress they carry for years.I also reflect on how addiction has impacted families I know personally, including children living in unsafe situations because of a parent’s substance use. I share why I’ve been trying to put more of my time into parenting, reading, and building better habits instead of drinking, and why I believe it’s never too late for a parent to start changing. My hope with this episode is to be honest about the damage addiction can do, while also encouraging people that growth, accountability, and becoming a better parent are still possible.00:00 — Introduction: Parenting and Addiction00:26 — Disclaimer: Personal Experiences, Not Professional Advice00:49 — Growing Up With an Alcoholic Parent01:42 — How My Childhood Shaped My Parenting Choices02:35 — Addiction’s Impact on Children03:25 — Frustrations With CPS and Family Enabling Addiction04:42 — Why Kids Often Pay the Price for Addiction05:01 — Reducing Alcohol and Focusing on Parenting06:20 — Limiting Technology and Social Media Use09:01 — Redemption: It’s Never Too Late to ChangeMy Podcast Serverhttps://discord.gg/9MSPwRG4pMy Patreon​https://patreon.com/TheFosterDadDirective?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink