Amber Portwood Is Headed for Rehab for All the Right Reasons

I'm not going to pretend that I'm not the least bit fazed about what's going on with former Teen Mom star Amber Portwood since she got out of jail. I mean, come on, this woman's done crazy well over the last few years since landing in the slammer. She got out on good behavior years ahead of time, and now she's back being a great momma to her too-cute-for-words little girl Leah. And yeah, she and Gary Shirley, her baby-daddy and ex-boyfriend, may not be all perfect, but they're making it work for Leah, and well, I think that's fab.

And get this: it gets better! Although there are rumors that Amber may be returning to MTV, there is also buzz that Amber's going back to school and do something else you'll never believe. Something that has to deal with her scary past with drugs.

According to Amber's brother Shawn Portwood, his sister wants to start a drug rehabilitation center. Yup that's right, Amber's going back to rehab -- for good reasons! Whoa! Talk about a turnaround, eh?

I'm proud of this girl. I mean, it's not easy when your entire downward spiral is caught on film and broadcast for the whole world to see. The fact that Amber is willing to start over, be a good mom to Leah, and take chances on a big venture like this -- it speaks volumes as to how much her time in jail really did her well.

Here's hoping that Amber sticks to her goals and stays OFF TV. Because let's be real: if this woman is going to stay well and do well -- the cameras should remain off.

Do you think Amber has what it takes to start a rehab center?

'Teen Mom' Maci Bookout Reveals Pregnancy Plans!

Dust off your strollers and warm up your bottles, it sounds like Teen Mom Maci Bookout is ready for baby number two -- and we couldn't be happier for her! Considering she has such a wonderful relationship with her son, Bentley, it's no wonder she wants another little one running around.

But wait a second, what does this mean for her relationship with Taylor McKinney? If she's thinking babies, does that mean the couple is talking marriage?

Well funny enough, she does admit to having baby fever, but doesn't mention her current beau at all.

Okay, let's dissect this for a second. It's totally possible that Maci just genuinely misses being a new mom and the bond that she shared with Bentley as an infant. But I can't help but think she might be feeling the pregnancy pressure from her friends.

I can only hope that if Maci has another baby, it's for the right reasons. And Taylor is somehow involved in the decision, too. Maci of all people should know just how serious pregnancy is -- and she shouldn't let the opinions of people around her influence her.

But who knows? Maybe she is talking marriage with Taylor and a baby in the near future is totally an option. Guess we'll just have to wait and see!

Amber Is Still Out Of Prison

The Daily Mail is apparently keeping close tabs on Amber, but it appears they are running out of things to say.  If you missed the huge image at the beginning of the article, they went on to describe in detail what Amber and her mother were wearing while shopping.  For good measure, we were also treated to what Amber was looking at while shopping.  Very riveting stuff here.   It’s stuff like this that makes me look bad (not that I needed help with that).  I should be the one sitting in the bushes taking pictures of Amber and her mother.  I guess I’m just a slacker blogger, but you knew that already.

Anyway, the bigger story here is the fact that Amber isn't already arrested again.  I mean it’s been what, 2 days now?  That’s a pretty impressive streak.  Speaking of, did I miss the monthly Janelle arrest during my absence?  Is she staying out of trouble, too?  What am I supposed to write about?

….Oh right, what they wear when they shop.

Amber Portwood Makes a Pit Stop on Her Way Home From Jail

Amber Portwood is free, free as a bird now! This gal was sentenced to five years in jail after opting out of her drug court rehab program, and after 17 months behind bars she's a free woman. So much has happened to Amber since her stint in jail — not only did she develop a love for gray sweatsuits, she may or may not have befriended a feisty broad named Sugarfoot, and — oh, yeah — she beat her drug addiction and is now 100 percent sober!

Amber has a lot of catching up to do now that she's out of jail, but first on her list? Getting some decent noms. When TMZ's camera crew asked Amber about her immediate plans, she revealed that she wanted to "get something good to eat," and did just that! Amber and her family (who were there to greet her upon her release) hit up Frisch's Big Boy in Anderson, Indiana, where they enjoyed a hamburger to go. Blessed, guys! Blessed.

Check out these pictures of Amber and her mom grabbing a bite to eat.

You might think Amber would immediately rush home to visit her baby daddy, Gary Shirley, and her daughter, Leah, but please. Burgers come first, and Amber told reporters that she'd be spending her first evening out of jail with Leah, so no harm done!

Amber also changed out of her prison garb and into a bright pink hoodie and jeans. We suspect that it's only a matter of time before she rolls out the thumb dermals, hair feathers, and off-brand Uggs. Sigh, she's baaaaaack!

Are you surprised that Amber hit up a burger joint during her first post-jail outing? Girl's gotta eat!

Source: TMZ, RumorFix

Amber Portwood's Out of Jail! But She's Not a Free Woman Just Yet…

Oh, happy day Teen Mom fans! MTV's resident jailbird Amber Portwood has officially been released from Indiana's Rockville Correctional Facility, where she served a prison sentence of less than two years. She was originally sentenced to five years after opting out of a mandatory court-ordered drug rehab program  — a requirement stemming from her earlier arrests for drug possession and parole violations in December 2011 — but was able to bust out early thanks to good behavior.

But life post-prison won't be a walk in the park. According In Touch, who spoke with Douglas Garrison, the Chief Communications Officer for the Indiana Dept. of Corrections, Amber will be subject to random drug testing as part of her parole.

“Amber will have to report to a parole officer,” he told In Touch. “The parole officer will make sure she finds employment, that she is living in an appropriate situation, and that she is staying clean. Amber will have to check in a couple of times a month with her parole officer. If she violates anything, she could go back to jail.”

Thankfully, Amber has her mom Tonya and brother Shawn to rely on during this difficult transition. The two were there to greet Amber as she was released from the facility on November 4, an emotional moment that was captured by the paparazzi. No word yet on when she'll reunite with baby daddy Gary Shirley and 5-year-old daughter Leah, but we do know that Gary isn't exactly eager to start co-parenting.

Stay tuned for more info on Amber's release, and in the meantime check out these pictures of Amber leaving the prison with her mom and brother. Can you believe she's finally free?! Leave your thoughts and well wishes in the comments below.

Amber Portwood Plans to Fight For Joint Custody of Daughter Leah

Have y'all heard the fantastic news? Teen Mom's Amber Portwood is a free woman! After serving less than two years of her five-year prison sentence at the Rockville Correctional Facility in Indiana, the 23-year-old reality star was reunited with her mom and brother on November 4 — and TMZ cameras were waiting to capture the emotional moment.

When approached by reporters, Amber remained cool, calm, and collected, revealing that her first order of business is getting a warm, home-cooked meal. "I'm gonna go get something good to eat," she said with a laugh. But that's not Amber's only post-prison plan…

When TMZ asked about 5-year-old Leah and whether she plans to fight for joint custody with baby daddy Gary Shirley, Amber replied confidently, "That's the goal. That's what's going to happen."

Unfortunately, it doesn't seem like Gary's too eager to start co-parenting. Prior to Amber's release he tweeted, "God I love not having diverse parenting issues. All will soon end, soon. Boo! Oh well I'm a good daddy!"

While Gary has been doing a phenomenal job raising Leah as a single dad, we can't fail to mention Amber's immense progress during her year-and-a-half long prison stint. Not only did she complete her GED, but she took anger management training and even taught her own anger management class!

It's clear that Amber's serious about staying clean and getting her life back on track. In fact, when asked about future plans she revealed, "I'm going to college!"

Though it might take a while for Amber to get joint custody of Leah, it won't be long before she can at least give her baby girl a hug. "Yes," she told reporters when they asked if she'll be seeing her daughter soon. "I'm going to have her tonight."

As far as we know, Amber was only able to see Leah once during her sentence (Gary drove Leah to visit Amber in prison back in May), so this reunion is bound to be an emotional one!

Do you think Amber will be granted joint custody of Leah? Tell us your thoughts below!