The Steve Wilkos Show Season 9 Episode 31 Mother Burns 2-Month-Old with a Cigarette?

A distraught mother is brought onto the show to face allegations of burning her two-month-old baby with a cigarette. The baby's father, who is also the mother's ex-boyfriend, accuses her of being neglectful and abusive towards their child. The father claims that he noticed a cigarette burn on the baby's leg and immediately took the child to the hospital.

The mother denies the accusations and claims that the father is making false accusations in order to gain custody of their child. She insists that she is a good mother and would never harm her child in any way. However, when pressed by Steve, she admits to having a history of drug abuse and struggles with addiction.

As the episode progresses, Steve brings out medical professionals to examine the baby and assess the extent of the injuries. The doctors confirm that the baby did indeed suffer from a burn caused by a cigarette and that the injury was not accidental. The mother breaks down in tears and admits to the act, apologizing profusely and expressing her deep remorse.

Steve then begins to delve into the mother's past, questioning her about her drug use and the impact it has had on her life and her relationships. Soon, it becomes evident that the mother has a long history of substance abuse and has struggled with addiction for many years. Steve offers her the opportunity to get help and turn her life around, but she insists that she is not ready and needs more time to get clean.

In the end, the father is awarded custody of the child, and the mother is court-ordered to seek treatment for her addiction. Steve offers her words of encouragement and support, reminding her that it is never too late to make a change and start over. The episode ends on a hopeful note, with the mother expressing her determination to get clean and become a better parent for her child.