The Steve Wilkos Show Season 8 Episode 115 Encore: 7 Days Old and Severely Abused

Encore: 7 Days Old and Severely Abused is an emotional and heart-wrenching episode of the popular talk show, The Steve Wilkos Show. This episode features a young couple, Amanda and Ben, who are struggling with the severe abuse of their 7-day-old newborn baby boy.

The episode begins with Amanda telling Steve and the audience about the brutal abuse her newborn son suffered at the hands of her boyfriend, Ben. Amanda explains how she would often catch Ben hitting and shaking their baby, causing him to have multiple seizures and a brain bleed.

As the heartbreaking story unfolds, Steve brings out Dr. John, a pediatrician who specializes in child abuse cases. Dr. John examines the baby and confirms that the injuries are consistent with severe abuse. The baby was immediately taken to the hospital for treatment and is currently in the custody of Child Protective Services.

Amanda and Ben both take a lie detector test to determine the extent of their involvement in the abuse. Ben denies the allegations, while Amanda admits to not doing enough to protect her son. The lie detector results reveal that both Amanda and Ben were not truthful about their involvement, and they are confronted by Steve and Dr. John about their actions.

The episode takes a turn as Steve brings out Ben's mother, who defends her son and accuses Amanda of being the abuser. Amanda denies the allegations adamantly and insists that Ben is the one at fault. The tension in the studio is palpable as both sides stand by their stories.

In the end, Steve brings out a surprise guest, a family member who witnessed the abuse firsthand. The witness confirms that Ben was indeed responsible for the abuse and that Amanda did everything she could to protect her baby. Ben finally breaks down and admits to his actions, apologizing to Amanda and everyone involved.

Encore: 7 Days Old and Severely Abused is a powerful episode that sheds light on the heartbreaking reality of child abuse. The show provides a platform for Amanda to speak out about her experience and encourages viewers to take action if they suspect abuse in their own lives. Steve Wilkos and his team once again use their platform to bring attention to an important and often overlooked issue.