Jo Frost: Family Matters - Healing from Maternal Neglect |Real Families

This week Jo talks to a mum who was drinking alcohol, taking drugs which ended up in her neglecting her child and later in the show, another mum confesses that she feels like she can’t bond with her son.
Family conflicts are usually kept behind closed doors - until now. Fresh from her role in Supernanny, Jo Frost brings her experience to a new talk show format.
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[@vandythevandy]

I prefer when Jo Frost goes to the family’s house and interacts with the entire family in their environment, it’s much more affective and satisfying when you can see the results by the end of the program :(

[@animeaunty]

Butter Scotchnut Yeah but the repetition was grating. She was doing the exact same things n every house. It seemed like all those people could watch a few episodes & come up with the same solutions themselves. This show kinda takes that n2 consideration.

[@franceswomble8083]

I watch the shows all the time, yet when my grandson starts screaming crying, throwing things telling me to be quiet and demanding things, I really feel overwhelmed. I just want to send him home to his mother.

[@anngarnsey3622]

I wish we could see how the families are going after they have spoken to Jo. I really think Jo is so pragmatic and empathetic you could hardly fail if you took her advice.

[@animeaunty]

Ann Garnsey I think it's kinda funny that now she just needs to sit n the studio & show a vid of the fam to the fam & then she doesn't even have to offer advice. The parents figure it out themselves. 😂😂😂😂😂

[@idfk9638]

Heyy I’m Ellie’s bsf of five yrs and I can tell you she’s doing good rn ❤

[@erikalulea3608]

I have grown up in a household where there were a lot of high voices and argumentation and even if you do not argue or fight in front of the kids they steel feel the tension, Trust me".

[@luvbeinghiswife1148]

Same here, it was so bad growing up that to this day I absolutely cannot stand it when people raise their voices.

[@ameliaread4340]

Same, my mum and dad argued and I would be upstairs in my room shouting to tell them to stop. They spilt up when I was 9 (now 21) and I haven't seen him in like 6/7 years since he remarried.

[@kabo0m]

@@ameliaread4340 I feel for you. YOu are around the same age of the girl I know whose parents argued so much and the mother left and yet collected money as if raising her and the father was raising her on his own but all the stress made him an angry man. She would rather stay away from family now. Raising voices makes her nervous. So very nervous.

[@arfythefoxmovedchannels1926]

@@kabo0m raising voices makes me also nervous and anxious because my dad was mostly putting all his rage out on me and my siblings He’s doesn’t calm down and olny play with his freind like nothing happens and I also would start to cry as he raise his voice at me and basically I just ran to my room and curl up to a ball sometimes and cry and he also threatens me and my silblings to whop us with belts over things there also agruements with me and I felt like he doest understand the stress and pain I’m going through. Btw I’m under the age y’all used to be at right now :

[@lynntaylor3557]

Wow that lady with the post natal depression really hit me in the feels. I've had exactly the same issues as her. It does get better with work. One step at a time has become one of my fav mottos. 😉

[@TheGreekPianist]

Jo still looks amazing! She’s so beautiful inside and out. A compassionate, empathetic, good-natured woman ♥️

[@wamx3vlog280]

I love how Jo used cuddles leading to more "cuddles"

[@ameliawiseman1158]

The Civilised version of Jeremy Kyle

[@mistyme2008]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@therandomnerd4554]

Lol

[@littlemrs.fabulous9432]

Sometimes the best parents are separated parents

[@agnesgoldberg7341]

freedom seeker Thank you so very much for saying-writing this statement. I wish you could feel how I felt better. I read the comment like two hours ago and just enjoyed experiencing how my outlook upon my divorce changed for a much better one. This is exactly one of the greatest thing about social media. You never know just by sharing your experience how many and how much you can change a person feeling for the better. Of course there is social media’s negative side,but I still never stopped seeking the good in it and doing my outmost best interacting with people, I probably never gonna meet but sometimes they are the only ones who could be that help you desperately needed and wished for so long. In this case it’s you. I thought you should know, that you helped someone today more than I wished for. And I think it takes a great person to see the blessings in a really challengingly difficult life event like divorce with having children’s. Thank you so very much.

[@mrsaw9537]

I agree 100%, I have a daughter who will be turning 12 in December, and myself an her father split when she was 4 months old, we just fell apart and out of love, disagreed on almost everything on parenting, we had a messy break up, he accused me of things I can't mention, I banned him from seeing her, he took me to court, got 6 weeks of supervised access in a call centre, every second Saturday for two hours (12-2) and I was told I could drop her off and leave her, or stay the two hours... I certainly wasn't leaving her with him and it did take me a LONG time to trust him again so I could let her go with him without the fear of him not returning her to me, he tried to accuse me of being an abusive mum which I'm NOT and I thought he was going to try anything to take her away from me, he tried to go for full custody, got social services involved, I was investigated, and even the social worker said she was writing it off as a malicious allegation... Skip forward to now, he's now married to a wonderful woman, who he met few months after we broke up, and of course I judged her, wasn't accepting of her, didn't want her taking my place, but as it turns out she was the woman he needed to grow up, get his act together and do the right thing - I met my now husband, he and daughters father had their reservations, and after a while they started to get along, and now, 11 years down the line, we, all 4 of us are strong, loving set of parents and know the only person who matters is our daughter, people compliment us all the time on how we get along, we're a parenting team and get on so well, me and my daughters step mum go out places together, have a laugh, my hubby and ex text each other about football, we're a proper team and get along so much for better, our daughter is happy and thriving knowing she's actually a lucky little girl she has two sets of parents, two homes, (she now stays with them at the weekends) she gets two sets of birthday / Christmas presents etc, we both buy her her school uniform, chip in for school trips etc... I know a lot of people don't have that, but myself and her dad get on alot better apart.

[@littlemrs.fabulous9432]

@@agnesgoldberg7341 I didn't realize that my words could impact someone else in such a way, but I am thankful it has impacted yours in a positive way 😊. Life is to precious to focus on the negatives that surround us. I truly wish you all the best in this new chapter in your life and I pray for a brighter future for you and your family, don't give up!😘

[@littlemrs.fabulous9432]

@@mrsaw9537 we all make make mistakes and we all eventually learns from them. Its always important to listen to the other person's feelings and be honest with your own. I'm glad everything is working out for you all today and to be able to work as one team is fantastic! Your young lady will grow up having double the support love and encouragement to achieve every goal she has. It's so wonderful that everyone can get along and be a strong unit to raise a child. Congratulations on all that you and your family have overcome to be where you are now. Your daughter has a wonderful family and will grow up to be an excellent strong confident woman who has so many people to guide her into her own path to adulthood. I applaud you and your family 👏👏👏

[@kabo0m]

Well, @LITTLE MRS. FABULOUS! I guess so. My dad isn;'t cheating on my mom now that he is living with his girlfriend and separated from my mom after she ended up in a home for abused women because of him. So ya .. my dad also makes more time for us even though it seems more like he is just showing us off to women.

[@kearl3490]

I'm a labour and delivery nurse. Far too many young Mums feel like failures if they have trouble breastfeeding. Don't be silly! Your baby's eyesight at birth is about as long from the breast to Mum's face. That's the bonding darling. That's why adoptive parents can bond so well. I've seen too many painful breasts and crying Mums. Your babe just wants to see you and you calm. Be at peace, give them a bottle and lots of cuddles. Be careful to acknowledge your post-partum depression, if it turns into thoughts of harm, you must tell someone and you can easily get help. It's out there, dear young Mums. God bless you all.

[@Jessicace]

I really feel for Mum's who can't breastfeed. I stressed soooo much, and through a lot of support, education, and perseverance, we are now 15 months in breastfeeding still going. I feel so blessed, but I also know that had I not been so prepared, I would have ended up FF... which obviously isn't the end of the world (I was FF and am perfectly fine 😅) but breastfeeding means so much to me. Thank goodness for nurses like you who really help mums who aren't able to bf, feel they are enough. A lot of mix of supportive care, and proper education around feeding is absolutely essential.

[@AudreeAdam]

there is such a pressure to breastfeed and for it to be it's the most natural thing and the most beautiful thing. There's a pretty big standard that makes moms feeling anxious... which we know does not help...

[@1968MaryAnne]

For mums with difficulty breastfeeding.....hospital staff need to quit saying that it isn't important ......And start putting more work into helping them succeed!

[@kearl3490]

Mary Anne, as a maternity nurse, I can assure you that we do teach everyone how to latch on with their babies. In fact, there are lactation nurses, specifically trained on breastfeeding who come and see the Mum if she's having a difficult time. I'm gobsmacked that any maternity nurse wouldn't bother to help you breastfeed your newborn. That's one of our many helps, or so I thought! I'm terribly sorry if that was your situation. I hope everything worked out in the end.

[@1968MaryAnne]

had oh no...I ha some extreme difficulties breastfeeding several of my kids but had a Midwife and unbelievably supportive people. My last nursed until he was nearly two lol! But you hear too many people talking about how all that matters is that they are fed.....no...that isn't all that matters lol. Particularly if the mum is already suffering from depression and feeling like a failure for having difficulties breastfeeding. The last thing someone like that needs is anybody remotely encouraging them to give up and letting them believe they "couldn't breastfeed."

[@bigb853]

That poor woman (the second) needs counselling. This goes beyond parenting. Counselling and some serious self love! Her improved mental health will flow on to her confidence in parenting.

[@fergieingrid2521]

I agree I feel it is a problem with self confidence too I mean her body changed and maybe she needs her "me" time and her husband seems like he is suffering too.

[@susanpaul4752]

Blessings on Jo's head for taking on such Difficult, Multi-generational problems involving drugs, alcohol, Abuse, Ignorance, Lack of positive modeling within the extended family, many times, and Lack of maturity, education and guidance. These are not easy fix-it situations which will bounce back to a healthier situation with a few interactions from Jo, no matter how skilled she is, and patient and loving and appropriate in her management of endlessly difficult situations. WHY do so many families have these issues of deep dysfunction? Where and What is the source of these problems? Jo probably could write a very good book about it.

[@katiethomas5889]

Jo is totally correct that parents need to have their own time and let the child get used to babysitters on occasion, it is good for their confidence and independence.

[@deborahshulamite9456]

Jo is Blessing from the LORD to Parents this age.

[@missmoxie9188]

You’d think having children would force some people to think of something besides themselves

[@davinastanton3865]

It doesn't work this way. Never ever judge anyone. You are not them.

[@sarahhumphreys3980]

If someone has suffered post natal depression or trauma one cant exactly push it to one side and be a parent. It's something that takes over and destroys their lives. They need to get the relevant help and support to become a person to that they need to be, which is a good partner and parent.

[@9000ck]

It's far more complicated than that.

[@donnyreiss1180]

@@davinastanton3865 i will judge a mother on drugs

[@JudyAbbott494]

Why on earth would there be an audience in something like that?! And they keep clapping while the woman is tearing. This is so messed up

[@tanyam8462]

Ya, I feel the same way about the odd set up of this show! it's terribly awkward with that Jerry Springeresque audience bearing down, good grief

[@davinastanton3865]

Yes it is really sad. This shouldn't be done in front of an audience. People are cruel. Just read these comments. 💗

[@brazilianwyorkshireaccent]

I hate that audience. I mean she's getting educated by supernanny, don't belittle her. She's getting help

[@emilyb4162]

you've never watched tv before i guess. this is staged so she can make money off a show. its more likely these people are doing fine, because if she was genuinely depressed she wouldn't go to a tv show for help. Just like Dr.Phil. The people on his show generally wouldn't go on a tv show for help, but since money is involved that's the whole idea.

[@emilyb4162]

Like, this family agreed to get this "help" on a tv show. If they didn't want an audience they wouldn't have chosen tv for help.

[@Ras6200]

Shift work isn't compatible with family life. Obviously someone has to do it but it's very isolating for the stay at home parent. She's lucky to at least have her mum.

[@andalusiacadiz9986]

I LOVE JO's new videos! She makes so much sense when talking.

[@evawinemiller6082]

That woman needs to grow up and let her boyfriend help her with her daughter. That little girl needs a father. She can't get her own life in order.

[@renew4425]

Wtf is up with the over dramatic sound editing/sound effects at the opening? lol

[@jolee3633]

No one has spoken about the role of Liz’s father in her life ,so she has no idea the role any man should have in her home with Her daughter

[@annalund8293]

Not that I am disagreeing with anything that is being said but, I seriously feel she needs to be on some anti depression medication! Women die every year from lack of proper medication to help get their hormones back in balance.

[@Goldenhawk583]

And some die because of the same medication. One side effect of anti depressants is suicide. Also, she said she needed therapy for herself.. pills can not ever take the place of a person to talk to. Would you really expect someone who got off drugs.. to get back on them?

[@dikkertjedapp1]

Anti depression medicines are NOT the answer

[@l4in44]

dikkertjedapp1 music yea, they mess you up

[@kabo0m]

@@Goldenhawk583 Even though I partly agree, at the same time meds can help temporarily. Helped me. I agree with needing someone to talk to yes.

[@emersonhawks]

Yeah idky no one is reccomending mental health treatment for this woman. Or any of these parents really, everyone needs therapy.

[@christinaroth9623]

At 16:15, the look on her face is that of a child. The poor woman.

[@animeaunty]

Many people's needs n a partner change after they get clean. It's really sad. The person we want when we r trying to get away with getting high IS NOT the same person we want to help us b clean.

[@lookingforsanjunipero4542]

Spot on! I wouldn’t assume what anyone’s struggles are, but as a person in recovery, from my own experience I would definitely give that exact advice if asked.

[@animeaunty]

@@lookingforsanjunipero4542 Yup, sad but true...

[@joannemadden7449]

The old saying, " action is better than words" is very true here!! I definitely do love it when Jo works with the family at their home, because you see 1st hand whats really happening in the home, you're seeing everyone

[@04mantoje]

I get dr Phil vibes watching this but I think she relates to people much better than him

[@faithmitchell7683]

Jenna Manton Jo is so much better than Dr Phil. He isn’t even in her league.

[@rachelryan1443]

Phil McGraw is a psychologist that is better at dealing with mental illness cases and cases of extreme issues. Jo Frost is a parenting expert that is better at helping children and their families.

[@Acidfunkish]

I think Dr. Phil is pretty great, but he does seem to have moments that make it seem as if the audience - both in the studio and at home - comes before the families he helps. It's maybe not blatantly obvious, but there are the occasional moments that make it seem true. :/ Jo, on the other hand, seems entirely focused on the family, and what's best for them. Honestly, though, I do find Dr. Phil to be more entertaining, but I'm not a parent.

[@kathrynmckeown3595]

@@bel3133 Dr Phil has been known to strategically leave alcohol in the green rooms when he is interviewing alcoholics and its been reported that the crew have shown heroin and crack addicts exactly where to go to score drugs before they appear on the show. That way they will be heavily under the influence and more likely to be extremely outspoken, more confrontational, and out of control than they would have been had they not been provided with their substances. And that creates drama and controversy. And that generates more viewers.

[@kabo0m]

@@faithmitchell7683 Women are born nurturers usually so it does make sense.

[@xx_jen.101love7]

Aww feel bad for the poor thing from tw first 30 seconds but hope the mum can pull thru

[@believeinyourself8895]

It could work for these two. Counseling together it can work ❤

[@2KMMC2]

The greatest woman in the world . She deserves a noble piece prize

[@SarahKDB]

I really don't like this format. Jo is not a therapist, she does so well in the home with the children. I feel like they're doing a mock therapy session on stage which is so awkward.

[@faithmitchell7683]

Sarah B She is a therapist.

[@animeaunty]

All she is doing is letting them look at the vids & then she is not even giving them a game plan, she leaves that to them. She really isn't 'doing' anything, just causing realistic observation.

[@Irishjay_94]

Jo Frost is a childcare expert, that's all. She wants to help reunite families and mediate. She is a people-person and good working with different dynamics of people. It's like saying Dr. Phil isn't a good communicator yet is no longer a licensed psychologist, despite his doctorate in psychology. They're just television personalities and good communicators, but hey, if their results work and it's effective, who is to undermine it? There are many registered therapists and they lack emotional intelligence and the capacity to relate on a social capacity. So, it's really not black or white... Having said that, I'd have to agree with many other commentators that Jo Frost was more appealing to watch on her show Supernanny; seeing the transformation from families and overcoming familial obstacles that we all might face. To conclude, keep an open mind and don't assume the worse. I think Frost is doing a good service; who knows, this might help many struggling parent viewers! :)

[@animeaunty]

Jason Mills I agree that no matter her formal training, she is wonderfully effective. Her training has been real life & this is HER field, she has natural born talent. I also agree that this format is not as entertaining. Both r very formulaic tho, same repituar of problems with the same repituar of solutions. I would get bored if I was n her shoes.

[@kabo0m]

I think she is qualified but I just don't like this format as it seems to put them on stage as more of a hear-say type thing rather than seeing the situation unfold and better understand why and what is needed.

[@someonerandom256]

Two beautiful children!

[@sonjam314]

I would not only like to see JoJo in this fashion but to actually go to the homes like in super nanny to help out. She is absolutely marvelous at what she does and I would really like to see the follow ups I wish they would be listed at the bottom of the show information!!!!

[@believeinyourself8895]

Feelings will get hurt on both sides. But first of all what was it like for these two growing up?

[@MissTotos]

Looks to me like they haven't grown up..

[@angelabrown7182]

I was in a relationship after an abusive husband.. and we moved in together and I realized within a few months I wasn't in love with him like I should be but I thought I could fix it and change it.. I was in love with him in the beginning but I had put up a wall and the way he responded tp that made it much worse.. and I married him that was a huge mistake.. and it got so bad..I fell in love with someone else.. and eventually let that go.. and then got. Divorced then immd married again.. my kids loved him and I did to.. but his drug habit turned crystal meth and it was a nightmare we were in and out for 17 years.. before I'd been homeless with just myself but homeless and I had to move away to get a place to live.. with my mom my kids are all grown up and my youngest is now 29. But now I'm alone disabled and can't find a new place to live and the owners of my building are evicting. Me and remodeling place and many others but I've nowhere to go.. seriously

[@jeanskilling708]

Hope this works out for the little girl sake!

[@elleksa]

Pa what a beautiful little girl! What a shame that she has parents like that

[@idfk9638]

If your talking about Ellie please take into account that there is stuff that the show and Jo does not know about the situation, I know things that were not said since I’m Ellie’s bsf❤

[@jennifermullis9265]

I have anxiety as well! So I get what she is going through

[@kabo0m]

I know a girl who grew up in a messed up family and she has major anxiety thanks to the parents.

[@florence1395]

Unfortunately the pressure to breastfeed is ridiculous in my opinion. The pressure on being a mother is so tough, breastfeeding is not everything! Love & caring & cuddles equals bonding. Skin to skin touch, making sure the baby is warm & clean. Bottle feeding can be amazing, you know how much your baby has, you can just get up & go a little easier, you can prepare the babies milk. I actually know that the pressure to breastfeed will not make you bond. Mother’s need less pressure & more information & kindness, life can be so unfair!

[@florence1395]

Esidara Sun, I agree with you!

[@Acidfunkish]

@@esidarasun8151 Encouraging breastfeeding is not what she was saying, though. The pressure on young moms to breastfeed can actually make it less likely that they'll be able. There's so much pressure that it can leave a young mom feeling that she's not a good mom if she's unable to breastfeed without supplementing, or unable to breastfeed, at all. Our society is a lot more tolerant of dads that don't have good relationships with their kids, dads that don't make time for their kids, tyrannical dads, etc. But moms still have pressure on them to be as well-equipped and prepared as their (most likely) stay-at-home moms were. It's just not fair, and it ends with moms feeling like they have the weight of the world on their shoulders, which most definitely doesn't help with lactation or bonding. Yes, there are proven benefits to breastfeeding, but it's not the end of the world if you can't. Breastfeed if you can, but don't feel guilty if you can't. There's enough pressure on new moms, as it is, without all of this nonsense compounding it.

[@florence1395]

LittleMaliceManny thank you so much, you understood my answer! And it’s true that the pressure on women is unbelievable & not fair, x 🙏🏻x

[@animeaunty]

As a first time mom, it was my understanding that breastfeeding was automatic. When we struggled, I had to learn that it can take weeks for u & the baby to get it just rite. I fear too many give up too quick, it's a learning curve. There is no better brain food for ur baby than what u make formulated just for them. Even if u only attempt it for 2 weeks, that's enuf.

[@jessiekeesee2615]

In the comments on these episodes everyone’s complaining they don’t get to see the families outcome, I can agree I would like to see follow up episodes but I’m genuinely just glad I get to see jo Frost. I’m almost all out of her shows I hope she’s filming something new

[@sandylafontaine]

She never should of done that but everyone deserves a chance I never and a second(America)

[@faith6833]

Depression is a medical condition just like diabetes or high blood pressure. She can't help it. She needs to get it treated. Take a pill. Talk to a therapist. DO SOMETHING!!

[@jenaemarieAZ]

Do not enjoy this format. Want to see Jo actually interacting with families in their homes for hands-on solutions.

[@kabo0m]

Ya I do agree with you there.

[@laraland9963]

“ I walk all over him because he makes certain faces” wtf?

[@donnyreiss1180]

3:10 its the first time she is being honest with her partner about how she feels about their relationship well i think there lays the problem

[@darajensen8932]

I dis this to my husband and he was an amazing man and I lost him.i regret it I'd anyone who is seeing this just.no you gotta try to stop that feeling bcus u don't realize that u think it's not good trust me it is .. ita only worse out there right now I promise that creates a strong relationship when u can try to look pass the things u think u no

[@bookbeing]

Is birth control not accessible? When you have to live with Mom and not handling your own stuff how is another pregnancy a good idea? This is pure selfishness.

[@jeoneunthatbitch3897]

yasss jopra frostfrey

[@deee1776]

I’m sorry but I’d say Liz is a lot more than two months pregnant!!! Her man needs to start asking questions!!

[@ellencarroll7309]

Donna Johnson it's three months if that makes it better

[@Amy-eb8fi]

Also some people are bigger, and they get bigger faster the more pregnancies they have

[@FedUpPrincess09]

With my first son I didn't start to show till I was 5 months and my second son I swear I was showing by 3 lol after the first u show faster and get bigger cuz ur body stretched once and remembers wut to do...it's like blowing up a balloon...it stretches easier each time 😂

[@emersonhawks]

Unless you're a doctor your say doesn't matter. My step mother looked like she was having. Twins at like 4 months along wit my sister 🤷

[@melaniekendall7241]

When was this program broadcast never heard of it seen it in the UK. Should give the guy s chance with your daughter

[@rainbowrose9299]

Poor girl +

[@rainbowrose9299]

Goodness poor girl. Dear Lord please help this girl feel healthy and happy again as a person a woman mother and family and feeling secure. God bless her and all her family with good mental health for all. In Jesus name Amen. Thank you Jesus +++

[@donnyreiss1180]

26:20 she must have a cold it sounds like she is breathing only from her mouth

[@lou6319]

Oh my god

[@rainbowrose9299]

Awww God bless them both. +++

[@lifeonwheels5756]

She is so obviously depressed ..I’m pulling for them,

[@gloriagomez582]

Now going to be famous

[@patriciatriolo1585]

Is mom with post natal depression getting treatment? Medication for the brain chemistry imbalance. Depression for 14 + months is not someone who will snap out if it.

[@rainbowrose9299]

Just gonna say little girl bless her she is still emotionally immature as an adult. Poor woman. +++ Not her fault really though. +++

[@franceswomble8083]

I think she doesn't feel she deserves a good man.

[@sourcherryprincess]

This Mum reminds me of Kristin Hallenbeck. How she spoke to her mum in the submission tape disgust me I also didn’t like her behaviour. In front of her own daughter, it’s not good.

[@rainbowrose9299]

God bless them +++

[@ljmcdonald2703]

That mom is selfish

[@rachelryan1443]

If she was neglecting her daughter, why wasn’t Ellie placed in foster care? Why wasn’t child protective services involved?

[@djfhfh]

Because she moved into her mothers who took over the role

[@kabo0m]

CPS don't always get notified. Heck I know a girl who is an adult now who said when she was a girl she missed too much school (kindergarten) because of her mom was too messed up to get up in time to take her daughter. But because the grandmother would step in and help on weekends and bring food during the week at times (didn't know where parents were but she was home alone in her room playing) maybe it was just enough for CPS to never get notified. Also sometimes things end up worse when CPS takes the child. The system is far from perfect.

[@emersonhawks]

Cps doesn't just take kids away willy nilly.

[@lifeonwheels5756]

Atleast she isn’t being starved and beaten, sometimes foster homes are far worse than the child’s home.

[@PortraitoftheArtistasanOldDog8]

Humanity needs AI Supernanny Jo can't do it all C' mon Gates etc step up!

[@DJAmandaAdams]

why was the child allowed to live with a druggie mother in the first place? the kid wouldn't have issues if she wasn't around someone that was doped up on drugs ffs the mother brought all this on herself.. selfish woman. No wonder that kid has problems . She saw you as a different person... she is well confused no wonder shes rebelling. Why did social services allow her to live with a drunken mother that took speed and cocaine ... ?????????? clapping cos shes clean ffs she shouldn't have been on drugs in first place! Ive got zero sympathy. its the child i feel sorry for out of all of this.

[@victoriachristina1]

DJ Amanda Adams mom states in the beginning that as soon as she was honest with her mother about her substance abuse, her mother took her daughter and she entered a program. After finishing the program, she moved in with her mother. Of course she shouldn’t have started using in the first place but she’s gone through treatment, she’s looking for help with her parenting, she’s aware of her failures and is making the necessary changes to make up for that.

[@kabo0m]

@@victoriachristina1 The girl I know, her mother got into drugs but was raised around them because her own mother (the girl's grandmother) also did drugs.

[@franceswomble8083]

She needed to be taking care of herself, not with some man. Getting her life together. Oh my goodness and she is pregnant ! She needed to take care of herself, getting her life together from coming off the drug's and alcohol. Well it is to late now.

[@gloriagomez582]

Some mothers should never have any babies

[@davinastanton3865]

Like who???

[@donnyreiss1180]

like drug addicts alcoholics severe mental instabilities no money if u r in an abusive relationship if u r not happy & content do not bring another life into the world the kid will suffer

[@borokaturzai-janosi224]

I dont like how Jo is judging Liz. She can and should set her parenting straight but not judge her for her addiction!

[@mariallorensdepner5852]

I don’t believe Jo is judging Liz for her addiction. Jo was very gracious congratulating her on her months of sobriety.However, Liz is pregnant and will need support to stay clean for the health of her unborn child 👶🏻.

[@intothekey]

The guys in this show are so sinless, letting there wives kick them out of the bedroom like that.

[@sarahwass6249]

🤣 I sleep on the sofa have done for 13 years why my partner sleeps in the bedroom dosnt mean separate rooms means bad relationship I have four children and have been with my partner over 20 years

[@intothekey]

@@sarahwass6249 True my pastor and his wife had separate beds however I will say if you force them out then there's a problem

[@kabo0m]

I know it does happen more than people realize. The system especially in diverse sides with the mother. I know a mother who was an addict and cheated on her guy and he ended up raising their daughter on his own and then when the son was born she got the rights because she kicked him out and he had no place to live. If only they knew that the mothers allowance the mother got was blown on herself and not the daughter and the father struggled to afford to take care of the daughter alone. He never wanted to rat her out but still I feel someone should have.

[@Laurenrenrenren]

@@sarahwass6249 Why?

[@sarahwass6249]

@@Laurenrenrenren Why well here go's nothing because my partner snorse like a pig and fights people in his sleep and talks in his sleep and this mumma needs some sleep lol 😂😂

[@PortraitoftheArtistasanOldDog8]

See Prof Sam Vaknin "toxic families"...2 narcissists...

[@shepherdewan]

You are not allowed to shout at your kid

[@kabo0m]

Oh heck there was a lot of shouting in my household growing up but we never spoke back... So different now. Needs new tactics now.

[@samthesnowman666]

lol

[@bananka4905]

cute boyfriend

[@jacquelinehunt7794]

She needs stability lazy woman.

[@welej7168]

Does anyone else’s think Jo is… 🔥 🤤

[@1968MaryAnne]

The second mum shouldn't be sitting on the opposite side as ber husband! That is a problem itself!!

[@djg5950]

Is that 6 1/2 year old wearing red lipstick (@ 22:22 min.) ? Is that common in Great Britain ? It's criticized here in the USA in child beauty pageants when mothers have young children wear make-up.

[@Iwishiwascouture]

It's just play, stop sexualising a child

[@davinastanton3865]

@@Iwishiwascouture I agree with you 100% Iona. Shame on whoever does this. 💗

[@djg5950]

I disagree with you. I'm not sexualizing a child I was just asking if she was wearing makeup. If they showed her putting on makeup then I wouldn't have even asked. I would have known the little girl was playing. You guys need to stop assuming everyone who asks a question is accusing anyone of anything. She's stacking blocks in the clip.

[@moon_moodlet]

I was thinking the same thing but then I saw that it also looks like the little boy is wearing lipstick when they showed him on the same TV. I think its just how the colour comes across and that its not makeup.

[@djg5950]

That is a possible answer, too. Sometimes film can make people's skin (and everything else) too red. She just may have naturally redder lips and the film just pronounces that.