I’m a mother of two, and yes I smoke weed daily. For some reason, that’s still shocking to people. Yet when moms joke about having “mom juice” (a glass of wine) after bedtime, no one bats an eye. But mention marijuana? Suddenly, it’s controversial.
I’m sharing this because I believe more moms need to feel safe talking about it. For me, cannabis has been life-changing especially as a parent.
I’ll be honest: patience hasn’t always come naturally to me. But since I began using marijuana, I sleep more soundly and wake up feeling more balanced. That better version of me is the one my kids deserve.
There’s nothing wrong with using weed to manage anxiety. Mine used to feel overwhelming, but now it’s manageable without prescriptions. In fact, I was able to stop taking anti-depressants entirely with the help of cannabis. That’s not everyone’s path, but it worked for me.
I’ve also struggled with maintaining a healthy weight my entire life. Smoking gave me my appetite back. I’m now at the healthiest weight I’ve ever been, both physically and mentally.
Before, I leaned on alcohol to cope. But it brought out sides of me I didn’t like. Cannabis became the safer, healthier alternative. I don’t miss the drinking at all.
For me, weed is what wine or beer might be for others a way to unwind. A moment of calm. A way to reset so I can give my kids the best version of myself.
I’m still a great mom. I still show up every day. I love my kids deeply. And yes I smoke weed. And that doesn’t make me less of a parent. If anything, it’s helped me be more present.
