What happens when a child is born while his mother is behind bars? When Tiffany was incarcerated, her newborn son was taken in by Lisa (her mother) and CJ (her brother), who suddenly found themselves in the unexpected role of parents. With CJ’s father also stepping in as a legal guardian, the family did everything they could to provide love and stability. But when Tiffany returned, bonded with her son, and was later re-incarcerated, it shattered their world all over again—especially his.In this deeply personal and emotional episode, Lisa shares a raw, intimate reflection on the moment she picked up Tiffany’s son from the hospital in Texas—knowing that, despite everything, bringing him into her life was the only choice. From the heartbreak of seeing Tiffany in pain to the overwhelming responsibility of raising a newborn alongside CJ, Lisa reveals the struggles and sacrifices of becoming a mother to her grandson without ever expecting to.However, Tiffany’s journey is equally fraught with heartache. After bonding with Liam when he was 2, she was forced to relinquish him once again when she was re-incarcerated, and the deep emotional toll of that separation weighs heavily on her. The trauma of not being there for him, the anger, and the guilt all manifest in ways that still haunt Tiffany today. The distance between mother and son has created a painful emotional void that neither can easily fill. And as Liam grows, the resentment he holds is palpable, making it even more difficult for Tiffany to navigate the relationship and be the mother she wants to be.In this episode, tensions flare as Lisa, Tiffany, and CJ unpack years of pain, sacrifice, and hard truths about co-parenting, separation, and what it really takes to raise a child under these circumstances. With Liam showing signs of significant trauma and turmoil, the family reflects on their own struggles with not reacting to his frustration, even though they know it’s not his fault. Despite the challenges, they are all still working through it—learning to heal, adapt, and find ways to rebuild their family bond.Despite their differences, the family also reflects on what has worked—like therapy, gentle parenting, and unwavering love. This is a story about struggle, healing, and the ongoing fight to do what’s best for the child at the center of it all, as well as the emotional journeys each of them has had to take along the way.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to join us on this journey of sharing the truth, one story at a time.Prefer to listen on your favorite streaming profile? You got it - links below:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Y4SRX4Yz1zABGi1fPRJ74?si=0b1630bf92174666Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-inside-out/id1799065267Songs you heard in this video:Intro: "Misunderstood" by Recet - Link TBDOutro: "One Phone Call" by Wit Blu - https://ffm.to/ebavadrKeep in touch on socials and follow us on:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wearefromtheinsideout?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheInsideOutChannel/featuredInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/we.are.fromtheinsideout/
