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When You Never Plan to be a Parent Again, but Life has Other Plans - EP 169

When You Never Plan to be a Parent Again, but Life has Other Plans - EP 169

Update: 2025-08-12
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Raising a grandchild after unexpected life changes changes everything! In this powerful episode of the Triggered AF Podcast, author and PR professional Adrienne Marshall and author of "The Accidental Parent: Nurturing Love in Unforeseen Circumstances" joins hosts Alechia Reese & Dani Bourdeau for an honest, eye-opening conversation about parenting through life’s most unexpected turns. Adrienne shares her deeply personal journey of becoming a parent again β€” with adult children β€” after her daughter was sent to prison, leaving her to raise her 1-year-old granddaughter.

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We dive deep into:

πŸ“ How to feel your feelings without guilt or shame

πŸ“ The importance of honoring your needs as a caregiver

πŸ“ Communicating openly even in the hardest moments

πŸ“ Accepting the help you actually need (and deserve)

πŸ“ Turning unforeseen circumstances into opportunities for deeper love and connection

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This isn’t a fluffy conversation β€” it’s a raw, real discussion that will help you tell your truth, seek support, and navigate challenging seasons with grace and honesty.

Resources & Connect with Us:

πŸ”— Join the Thrive Tribe Community: https://bit.ly/jtncommunity

🎧 Listen to more episodes: http://apple.co/2M79Od7

πŸ“² Follow us on Instagram: @alechiareese + @thedanibourdeau

πŸ’¬ DM us your favorite takeaway from this episode!

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Connect With Our Guest:

Adrienne Alexander

πŸ“² Instagram: @impromotingyou

πŸ”— Company Website: www.theipyagency.com

πŸ”— Personal Website: www.adriennedalexander.com

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Triggered AF Podcast is where healing, self-mastery, and bold conversations collide. Hosts Alechia Reese & Dani Bourdeau unpack triggers, patterns, and strategies to thrive emotionally, mentally, and professionally.Β 

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When You Never Plan to be a Parent Again, but Life has Other Plans - EP 169

When You Never Plan to be a Parent Again, but Life has Other Plans - EP 169

Alechia Reese & Dani Bourdeau