Tag: sobriety
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Navigating Motherhood Sober: My Journey Without Alcohol
Get Pregnant Fast Since welcoming my first child into the world 16 years ago, I’ve observed a noticeable trend among mothers embracing wine culture. Sure, the desire for a drink has always existed; my close friend shared stories of her mother and her pals gathering to smoke cigarettes and sip tequila. However, today’s social landscape…
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I’m the Parent Who Chooses Sobriety
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting I’m the Parent Who Chooses Sobriety by Jason Thompson Updated: Dec. 20, 2017 Originally Published: Sep. 26, 2015 I don’t drink alcohol because of my father’s struggles with it. He drank excessively, and much of my teenage years were shadowed by his battles with addiction, including time spent in jail for…
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Alcoholics Anonymous: Confronting the Deceptions I Believed
Get Pregnant Fast Today marked a significant milestone in my journey. While I didn’t conquer a mountain or witness the end of days, I experienced a profound moment in Burlington, Vermont—I attended my first Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. For the past six months of sobriety, I had avoided AA meetings, clinging to a myriad of justifications.…
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I’m Over the Mommy Wine Jokes
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to humor among mom bloggers, wine jokes are often the go-to. Witty phrases like “Wine not Whine” and “Mommy’s Sippy Cup” have become almost obligatory in our circles. But during a book launch event in Atlanta for a well-known author who’s a favorite among mom bloggers, I learned that…
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Celebrating 12 Years of Sobriety: A Heartfelt Tribute
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching tribute to his family, actor Jason Rivers recently marked the 12th anniversary of his sobriety journey. Known for his loving relationship with partner Emily Hart and their two children, Rivers took a moment to reflect on the profound impact his family has had on his recovery. Rivers has been…
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Us vs. Them: Why Sobriety Didn’t Save Our Marriage Like I Hoped
Get Pregnant Fast But my optimism was misplaced. Our seemingly perfect union lasted a mere week. Just one week of reassurance and happiness. One week where the promise of an alcohol-free future felt tangible. However, it wasn’t that Jake returned to drinking—he was nearing a year of sobriety. The real challenge lay within me, as…
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No More Booze for Me, But Please Hand Over the Diet Coke
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the inevitable black yoga pants – check. A hair color that cleverly camouflages roots – check. A home filled with energetic and noisy children – check. But wait, where’s my mommy’s special juice in a fancy glass? Oh right, I don’t drink. Let me clarify: I don’t consume alcohol. Not even…
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The Day Philip Seymour Hoffman Touched My Heart
Get Pregnant Fast Just like countless others, I find myself mourning the untimely passing of the extraordinary actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, who tragically succumbed to a heroin overdose. This loss resonates deeply not only within the realms of stage and film, but also with the family and friends who adored him. It’s a heartbreaking reminder…
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Hello, I’m a Mom, and I Struggle with Alcoholism
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, I’m a mom, and I have to confess something important: I’m dealing with alcoholism. I might not fit the stereotype — I’m a well-educated, middle-class 36-year-old who attends church regularly. I don’t resemble the classic image of a drunken mess you might see in old Westerns, but I’ve come to…