In this episode of the Sensible Sessions podcast, Amber Wardell and Celeste Yvonne discuss the complexities of motherhood, particularly focusing on the cultural phenomenon of 'mommy wine culture.' They explore how alcohol can become a coping mechanism for mothers, the societal pressures surrounding it, and the anti-feminist implications of normalizing alcohol use in motherhood. The conversation delves into personal stories of vulnerability, the importance of community support, and the journey towards sobriety and mindful drinking. They also touch on the challenges of setting boundaries with children and the need for effective coping strategies in parenting.

Takeaways

Celeste's book addresses the impact of mommy wine culture.

Alcohol can be a coping mechanism for mothers.

The normalization of alcohol use in motherhood is anti-feminist.

Vulnerability in sharing personal stories can lead to empowerment.

Community support is crucial for mothers.

Navigating relationships during sobriety can be challenging.

Harm reduction is a valid approach to alcohol consumption.

Mindful drinking can help identify triggers.

Setting boundaries with children is essential for mental health.

Parenting requires effective coping strategies.

Keywords

Mommy wine culture, motherhood, alcohol dependency, feminism, vulnerability, sobriety, harm reduction, parenting, boundaries, mental health

About Today's Guest:

Celeste Yvonne is a writer and author with over 20 years of experience as a communications professional in corporate America. Her essays on parenting, the mental load of motherhood, mommy wine culture, and sobriety resonate with mothers everywhere and have been featured in the Washington Post, Good Morning America, Today Show, and Refinery 29, among others. She is also a contributing writer to the Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly bestseller So God Made a Mother.

Over seven years sober and a founding host of the Sober Mom Squad, Celeste advocates for mothers who struggle with addiction and mental health. She is a recipient of the Windfelt Inspire Award by the Dry Society Social Club, as well as 2x winner of Red Tricycle's Spoke Challenge for best writing. She lives in Reno, Nevada, with her husband and two children.

Celeste's website:

https://www.celesteyvonne.com/

My website:http://www.amberwardell.comSubscribe to my newsletter:https://amberwardell.com/subscribe-to-newsletter/Follow along on all my socials:https://campsite.to/amberwardellBuy my book Beyond Self-Care Potato Chips: Choosing Nourishing Self-Care in a Quick-Fix Culture:https://amzn.to/4g7hHrt

Buy Celeste's' Book: It's Not About the Wine: The Loaded Truth Behind Mommy Wine Culture:

https://amzn.to/4hc3nOO