When Trauma and Addiction Collide with Motherhood

What if your darkest moments could become the doorway to your greatest healing? In this raw and powerful episode, I sit down with certified life coach Jennifer Chase. Once caught in the grip of generational trauma and addiction, Jennifer shares her journey from being the child of an alcoholic, to becoming an addict herself, to finally choosing recovery—for herself and her son. You’ll hear: How trauma shows up in motherhood (even when you think it’s behind you) Why addiction is often a survival strategy, not a failure The role of shame, stigma, and silence in keeping moms stuck Practical ways to regulate your nervous system when you're triggered What it really means to break the cycle, one day at a time Jennifer’s story will meet you right where you are—with compassion, honesty, and hope. Ready to take your first step? Take the free Cycle Breaker Quiz to find out where you are in your healing journey. You're not alone. Let’s rise together. Connect with Jen:   https://www.riseaddictionlc.com 🎁 Start finding peace today! Get my free guide, Unlocking Peace, and discover practical steps to calm your triggers and nurture joy in your motherhood journey. 👉 Download now: https://mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide   Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here:  https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc