In this episode, my oldest son Max speaks candidly and bravely about what it was like living in with an alcoholic mom. He shares some of the painful and humiliating experiences he endured and explains how he coped with this difficult time in his life.

Most importantly, he shares what he has learned and how important it is for him to try and help others who might be in a similar situation. This is a very special episode that reinforces my gratitude. I am the luckiest mom in the world.

If you or someone you know needs help at this very minute please call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) you don't have to feel like this anymore.

In this episode, my oldest son Max speaks candidly and bravely about what it was like living in with an alcoholic mom. He shares some of the painful and humiliating experiences he endured and explains how he coped with this difficult time in his life. Most importantly, he shares what he has learned and how important it is for him to try and help others who might be in a similar situation. This is a very special episode that reinforces my gratitude. I am the luckiest mom in the world. If you or someone you know needs help at this very minute please call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) you don't have to feel like this anymore.

2. A Chat with My Son About Living With an Alcoholic Mom

For all of the moms who have felt chained to their bottles who are suffering in silence as we did.

For the moms who put on a mask every day for those around them. For the moms who are sick and tired of being sick and tired. You are in the right place. Come on in.

Leslie Shapiro, a New York/New Jersey native, and Vanessa Merlini, a Seattle native, hit it off when they met in a recovery meeting at the beginning of the global pandemic in March of 2020.

Leslie's direct and witty approach, combined with Vanessa's gentle spirit creates a space for healing, honest conversations, and friendship that everyone can relate to. 

Whether you have been sober for 10 minutes, 10 years, or not sober at all, please join us as we get to know each other - literally!  We will talk about our recovery journeys and do our part to reduce the shame and stigma associated with being a mom and being an alcoholic/addict. A spectacular life is possible. We promise.

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For all of the moms who have felt chained to their bottles who are suffering in silence as we did. For the moms who put on a mask every day for those around them. For the moms who are sick and tired of being sick and tired. You are in the right place. Come on in. Leslie Shapiro, a New York/New Jersey native, and Vanessa Merlini, a Seattle native, hit it off when they met in a recovery meeting at the beginning of the global pandemic in March of 2020. Leslie's direct and witty approach, combined with Vanessa's gentle spirit creates a space for healing, honest conversations, and friendship that everyone can relate to. Whether you have been sober for 10 minutes, 10 years, or not sober at all, please join us as we get to know each other - literally! We will talk about our recovery journeys and do our part to reduce the shame and stigma associated with being a mom and being an alcoholic/addict. A spectacular life is possible. We promise.

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