‘Teen Mom’ Star Amber Portwood Describes ‘Unbearable’ Pain After Losing Custody of Son

   

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Amber Portwood is no stranger to drama, but this time, the stakes are higher than ever. The Teen Mom star is fighting tooth and nail after her ex, Andrew Glennon, won custody of their son, James, and received the green light to move the preschooler from Indiana to a Malibu mansion.

The ongoing custody saga took a dramatic turn on Wednesday when an Indiana judge ruled that 4-year-old James would relocate to California with his dad. This decision follows a grueling legal battle between the 32-year-old reality star and Andrew, with Amber's representative confirming the gut-wrenching news to PEOPLE.

Amber Said She’s “Devastated” By The Court’s Decision

Taking to Instagram, Amber didn't hold back her emotions. "I'm devastated and heartbroken by this outcome," she wrote. "I've worked so hard to better myself and improve my relationships with my children."

Amber, known for her turbulent past with substance abuse and mental health issues, highlighted her journey towards redemption.

"A person should have a chance to redeem themselves and not be tethered to their issues from the past," she declared, adding that those who have sought therapy and made sincere efforts to change should not be eternally punished for past mistakes.

Amber didn’t stop there. "I've spent years rebuilding my bridges and did everything that was required of me, including completing 21 negative drug tests and multiple psychological evaluations," she emphasized. Amber's dedication to self-improvement is undeniable, but the judge's decision still stings.

Amber Says She’ll Continue To Fight For Custody

In her heartfelt post, Amber encouraged others facing similar struggles. "If your road has not been perfect, but you've worked hard to become a better, more stable, and caring person today, keep moving forward," she urged.

Her message was clear: she will never stop fighting for her children. "I've been living in a nightmare for so long, trying to prove myself. I wouldn't wish this unbearable pain on any mother or father."

The new custody agreement allows Amber overnight visitation with James for the first time since 2019. To help James adjust to his new schedule, these overnight visits will be phased in gradually. While both Amber and Andrew currently reside in Indiana, Andrew will soon be moving to California with James, splitting the child's time between the two states.

Amber first gained fame in 2009 when she appeared on MTV's reality show 16 and Pregnant. Her raw and unfiltered depiction of teen motherhood quickly caught viewers' attention, leading to her prominent role on the spin-off series Teen Mom. Over the years, Amber's life has been a rollercoaster of personal highs and lows, all documented for the world to see.

While it’s clear the reality star’s battle is far from over, and as she navigates this new chapter, one thing is clear: she’s not backing down without a fight. Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding drama.