Chapter 10: your foster dad will stick his hands down your pants, and you will feel so, so luckyChapter 10: your foster dad will stick his hands down your pants, and you will feel so, so lucky
Mum Says My Memoir Is A Lie
Rosie Waterland reveals the hidden trauma of her foster care experience and the lasting effects on her life.
24:42•24 Oct 2017
Chapter 10: The Hidden Scars of Foster Care
“It was on me and Rhiannon to make sure he was stopped. Well, you know, I just hope to god that family never hurt anybody else ever again. I don't have like what it takes to be the person to try and make changes. It can't be my problem, like I, but then I think about all the kids who are there now and I feel shitty.”
Imagine being told you're lucky while living in a nightmare. Rosie Waterland and her sister faced just that when they were placed in a foster home that seemed perfect on the outside but hid dark secrets. In this episode, Rosie and her mum, Lisa, tackle the harrowing experiences of neglect and abuse that Rosie endured during their time in foster care. They talk about the emotional toll of trying to appear 'normal' when their world was anything but.
Rosie opens up about how these traumatic events shaped her life and the long journey towards healing. Lisa adds her perspective, shedding light on the struggles she faced and how her absence affected her daughters. This episode is a raw and honest conversation about the importance of reporting abuse, supporting survivors, and creating safer environments for children. It's a must-listen for anyone wanting to understand the deep impact of childhood trauma and the resilience required to overcome it.
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