What's it like for kids of parents with addiction

Whether you are a mom struggling with drinking, a mom who has chosen sobriety and recovery, or a woman struggling with your parents addiction this episode is for you!

Today I interviewed my daughter Gabriella live. I am so proud of her for sharing a little glimpse of her experience and also for her bravery and willingness to help any kid out there dealing with parents and addiction know they are not alone. Being Sober is the best gift I have given myself and my children and that became even more clear during this interview.. I'm so thankful I chose recovery when she was 6. She is a kid of 2 parents who struggle with addiction, not uncommon, but 1 parent has had continuous sobriety and the other has struggled for years. I am honored to be her mom and continue to learn from her everyday!

"I think, the main thing is always to be open with your feelings, even if you share them to a pet get them out"

"Anxiety that turned to physical symptoms, That's what I have dealt with and I guarantee what every other kid of an addict feels"

"It was hard learning there is nothing that you do or say or don't do or say that will change your parents choice to drink, that's their choice"

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