In this final chapter, Mima opens up about the extreme lengths she went to in order to protect her other children from harm, following professional recommendations. She shares the challenges of trying to be a mum after relinquishing care to the state and reveals a disturbing text message that has left her fearing her daughter could seriously harm another living creature.

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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions of suicide, violence, self harm, and animal cruelty. Please listen with care and prioritise your well-being. Help is listed below;

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Creator & host- Julia Rangiheuea

Video producer- Beaudene Perussich

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