I adopted my son ( now 4 1/2) from foster care. He was her 4th baby born addicted to meth and opiates. Was on methadone 17 days.
The first couple months obviously the hardest on him, but now physically he is fine.Thankfully!)
He is headstrong but incredibly intelligent (I have raised 2 girls already and worked with children and honestly can say his little brain still blows me away daily by how much, and quickly, he learns). He is incredibly hyperactive but every day he can " chill out" a little longer for me to do workbooks etc with him
( due to birthday doesn't start prek until fall and I left my job to stay home with him as opposed to day care).
He is proof a child born addicted can thrive.
In saying that, I dont know that he could have done it alone, if left with parents not actively working with him daily. I worked in special needs with children with behavioral challenges so that did prepare me and teach me skills that I have been able to apply with him during the rough patches. ..
Honestly AJs photo reminds me so much of him that its really hitting me in a rough way. ( the what could have been)
My reply wasnt intended to the person quoted specifically; just to state that all opinions on this topic are valid.
I'm reserving my opinion on what I think happened here because honestly I feel it would be unfair as I keep seeing this from the point of view from my sons life/ bio parents and not allowing much benefit of doubt in.
Its late, I apologize if this is rambled