Amber Portwood reveals she’s proud of her journey despite backlash
By Mary Jane
Amber Portwood revealed that she’s proud of her journey, including her time in jail because it means that she’s sober and can be a good mother.
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Amber Portwood has fought for her life and her daughter for years, as she has been open about her struggles with pills, depression, and anger. Throughout the years, Teen Mom OG viewers have seen her try to convince her fans that she’s ready for more responsibility, but Gary Shirley keeps turning her down. Even though Gary can’t let go of Leah and let her spend more time with her mother, it sounds like Amber is proud of everything she’s been through.
During Monday’s episode of Teen Mom OG, Amber Portwood revealed that she was proud of her decision to choose jail time over rehab because it helped her get sober. She also explained that it helped her become the person she is today.
I've made a lot of decisions in my life that most will not understand but I always come out learning from each experience. That's just life real and raw. It's a journey I'm proud to share with others if it helps in any way! Always sending love💖
— Amber Portwood (@AmberLPortwood) April 10, 2018
While Teen Mom OG viewers may have different opinions, it’s important that Amber feels good about herself and the life she’s created. She’s due to give birth to her son next month, and she wants to prove that she’s ready to take on more responsibility with her daughter Leah.
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Her boyfriend, Andrew Glennon, is ready to relocate to Los Angeles to work shortly after the birth of their baby, but Amber has no interest in moving there permanently. Her daughter wants to spend time with her friends over her mother, but both Amber and Gary know how important it is that Leah gets time with Portwood.
What do you think about Amber Portwood defending her decision to go to jail over treatment? Do you think she should focus on moving on from her previous life and focus on making the best of her situation right now, including taking Leah out to California with her? Let us know your thoughts below or @HiddenRemote.