What does starting recovery look like?

• Disclosing substance use does not mean you will lose your child or your children. In fact, there are treatment programs where your children can be with you while you get support.

• Substance use treatment providers are not part of the court or child welfare systems.

• Pregnant women and mothers with young children get first priority. This means that if there is a wait list, you go to the front of the line to receive treatment.

• Your treatment will be confidential and judgment-free.

• You can get support and be in treatment with other pregnant women, or with mothers like you who have children at home.

• Treatment providers can be your advocates. They speak up for you and support you during your recovery. There is strength in being vulnerable and asking for their help. Your Family Care Plan can keep a record of their support, acting as a “recovery resume” documenting all the steps you are taking on your recovery journey.