https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:24:23 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2174639 Mon, 11 May 2015 15:09:28 +0000 psw27 2174639@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am so sorry to hear this. I echo what others have said and hope that you can find someone to support you through this, including AA and NA or your church if you belong to one. xo. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2174593 Mon, 11 May 2015 14:35:51 +0000 littleredhairedgrl 2174593@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>thinking of you :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2174532 Mon, 11 May 2015 13:55:03 +0000 tofuwad 2174532@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My mom was an addict, so I take a very hard line with that. I think the most important thing is for you to get support for yourself. I really can't tell you what to do, I know that I would immediately move out and wait until he has proven himself worthy to be involved with his child. But I also know that every person is different and the hardest thing in the world is seeing someone you love totally and willfully destroy themselves, push away everything good in their life, and then medicate because they feel their lives are so terrible. What I've learned is that addicts have almost no ability to understand good things. They put themselves in situations where bad things happen to them and they feel compelled to relapse because they literally have no other way to deal with their emotions. </p> <p>So I really don't want to tell you what to do, except offer love and to tell you that you need to support and love yourself and get help for yourself. Because loving an addict is very very hard. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2173038 Sat, 09 May 2015 19:13:54 +0000 Ms. RV 2173038@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry that you are going through this! If you need to talk, please feel free to wall me. My ex-husband is an alcoholic, and he OD'ed once when we were married, but was also admitted three other times for withdrawal. I really, really strongly suggest that you find a Nar Anon or Al Anon group around you. The room will be filled with lots of people who understand what you are going through. My thoughts are with you :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172994 Sat, 09 May 2015 18:15:02 +0000 cmomma17 2172994@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so so sorry! :( what can we do to support you through this? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172993 Sat, 09 May 2015 18:12:00 +0000 ChelseaRose 2172993@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@anon22: I'm so sorry you're going through this. It's going to be a lot of work if he really wants to be sober and be the father that your child deserves. He needs to go to either an inpatient substance abuse treatment facility or an intensive outpatient program to deal with why he's abusing substances. Until those issues are really dealt with he will never get beyond it and live a sober life. He will also likely benefit from some ongoing peer support, such as a 12-step program with a sponsor (likely will be required as part of a treatment program). I don't think that just some individual counseling and some mess are enough to truly treat an ongoing substance abuse problem. You should start going to Al-Anon to get support and guidance for yourself. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172992 Sat, 09 May 2015 18:10:55 +0000 Mrs. High Heels 2172992@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry, I wish I had good advice for you. It sounds like he is a good guy with a lot of demons he needs to work through. I hope somehow, he's able to find another outlet to help him cope with what's going on inside. :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172976 Sat, 09 May 2015 17:42:32 +0000 Mama Bird 2172976@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry. Do you have someone nearby that you can confide in and turn to for support? This is a lot to handle alone. Hugs :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172807 Sat, 09 May 2015 11:11:32 +0000 BSB 2172807@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry that you are going through this. </p> <p>There are support groups for family of addicts. There's a name for groups like this, but I can't remember. There was a time in the past, where I had to look into these groups. Hope the support helps you.</p> <p>I found this link. It has some great advice.<br /> <a href="http://www.addictionsandrecovery.org/families-and-addiction.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.addictionsandrecovery.org/families-and-addiction.htm</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172802 Sat, 09 May 2015 10:54:38 +0000 sorrycharlie 2172802@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>thinking of you! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172795 Sat, 09 May 2015 10:40:01 +0000 GoGoSnoGirl 2172795@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@anon22: thinking of you. :heart: I've dealt with my sister's addictions &amp; that was hard enough. I can't imagine how very hard this would be for you, especially in your current situation of baby coming. I don't have any better advice than pp's, but I'm praying for you. :goodluck: :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172788 Sat, 09 May 2015 10:23:56 +0000 birdofafeather 2172788@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry. Sending you hugs and prayers. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172776 Sat, 09 May 2015 09:58:10 +0000 Bea 2172776@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No advice just hugs and prayers. :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172767 Sat, 09 May 2015 09:44:52 +0000 Keybee 2172767@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hugs.<br /> My parents have an on again off again alchol addiction. It's hard, but t we are still close.<br /> I hope you can find peace. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172765 Sat, 09 May 2015 09:37:14 +0000 Tanjowen 2172765@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry. There is never an easy answer when it is someone you love and share your life with too. Has he tried NA meetings? Perhaps having a sponsor to call when the moments of doubt/depression come and he is tempted might make a difference. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172764 Sat, 09 May 2015 09:36:49 +0000 oliviaoblivia 2172764@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>This is so scary and sad<br /> Big hugs to you.<br /> I'd definitely see someone and think hard about if it's safe to have a baby in an environment with such an unstable father.<br /> The next few months will be difficult. I hope you have a good support system for yourself. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172753 Sat, 09 May 2015 09:24:48 +0000 BandDmommy 2172753@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a friend whose husband had issue with alcohol. So bad that he lost his job and almost his life. It's a long story and not one I feel comfortable sharing since it's not mine. After his 3rd or 4th hospitalization she had to do what was right for her and leave him. I highly encourage you get him into a program and make sure he sticks with it. Addictions are tough to break. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172750 Sat, 09 May 2015 09:20:30 +0000 QueensBee 2172750@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry that you are in this very difficult position. Sending you love. :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172747 Sat, 09 May 2015 09:15:15 +0000 lamariniere 2172747@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry you are dealing with this. I hope you can both get the help and support that you need soon. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172743 Sat, 09 May 2015 09:06:56 +0000 catomd00 2172743@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I watched my best friend go something similar. Honestly, if a baby won't get him clean I feel nothing will. My child's safety and well being are my #1 priority and growing up with an addict is not a situation I could put them in at this time. I highly recommend therapy for yourself. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172737 Sat, 09 May 2015 08:53:32 +0000 Mamasig 2172737@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm very sorry you are in this situation. I don't really have any advice specifically on helping your husband. However, what I do know is that if it were me, I would not allow my children to be in that environment. They are my #1 priority. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172733 Sat, 09 May 2015 08:44:54 +0000 Caly 2172733@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No advice, just wanted to let you know I'm so sorry and you're in my thoughts &amp; prayers *hugs* </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172727 Sat, 09 May 2015 08:39:11 +0000 MrsSCB 2172727@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am so, so sorry. I have a few family members who have dealt with alcohol addiction and I know how tough it can be on family members. For all of my family, the root issue has been depression -- the drinking was self-medicating. Quitting was the first step, which it sounds like your H has done a few times, but the key to getting it to stick is dealing with the depression. Finding a therapist or a psychiatrist you like and trust can be hard, but it can make a big difference. Has he ever tried or considered inpatient treatment or AA? Sometimes being able to talk to someone who has been there, like other guys at AA can be really helpful. Big hugs to you. Feel free to wall me if you want to talk in more detail. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172722 Sat, 09 May 2015 08:35:09 +0000 yoursilverlining 2172722@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Big hugs. I would encourage you to seek out your local chapter of Al-Anon, it's for the family/friends of addicts, and is a great place for support and resources.</p> <p>Has your husband tried in-patient treatment? If he really wants to seek recovery, he may need to try a bunch of different options before finding the one that really resonates and works for him. </p> <p> :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172717 Sat, 09 May 2015 08:31:05 +0000 MrsF 2172717@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry that you're going through this during what should be such a happy time :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172713 Sat, 09 May 2015 08:28:09 +0000 snowjewelz 2172713@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@anon22: I'm so sorry :sad: </p> <p>Do you know why therapy didn't work? I can see he really has the desire to change so he can be a good father but all his past demons are haunting him and telling him he can't. I feel like it's those things he needs therapy/freedom from since that's what fueling his drug use it seems. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172707 Sat, 09 May 2015 08:18:27 +0000 FaithFertility 2172707@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No advice other than I am so very sorry and can't imagine the stress...<br /> Have you tried counseling with him, he sounds like he is trying but falls into the habits as comfort!<br /> I will pray for you </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172705 Sat, 09 May 2015 08:15:22 +0000 BandDmommy 2172705@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172702 Sat, 09 May 2015 08:10:52 +0000 TheSwissWifeStyle 2172702@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>That's really sad :( I'm so sorry. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/husband-hospitalized-for-drug-overdose-7-months-pregnant#post-2172695 Sat, 09 May 2015 08:00:20 +0000 LemonLong 2172695@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm so sorry you are going through this, especially right now. Check to see if there are support groups near you for friends and family of addicts. Start going now, since it will be harder when the baby comes. I think it would be hard for me to trust him enough to leave the baby alone with him. My little brother had a friend who died from abusing Robitussion. It's really scary stuff. </p>