The Fizzy and Free Show: How to Quit Drinking as a Mom

Ever wonder what it really feels like in the early days of sobriety? In this vulnerable episode, I’m reading two real journal entries from November 2022, just months into my alcohol-free journey. You’ll hear my raw thoughts on white knuckling sobriety, emotional triggers, and what it felt like to be navigating early motherhood without alcohol for the first time in years.

I also share reflections on how far I’ve come—and how these entries remind me why I keep choosing this path.

🔑 What you’ll hear:

• Honest reflections from early sobriety

• My personal experience with alcohol withdrawal exhaustion

• How I processed anxiety, overwhelm, and alcohol-related depression

• The mindset shifts that helped me move from surviving to thriving

✨ Whether you're a casual drinker questioning your habits or deep in the messy middle of quitting, this episode is a reminder that healing is possible—and you’re not alone.

💌 Ready to take your first step? Grab my free 3-Day Video Series: Why You Keep Going Back to Day One (and How to Break the Cycle) — perfect for overwhelmed moms looking for clarity and support.👉 ⁠⁠Grab it here!⁠⁠

💌 Ready to go a step further?

Join the waitlist for Flourish, my monthly membership for moms who are ditching the wine and finding their way back to joy, calm, and connection—without the overwhelm. You don’t have to do this alone. 💛 ⁠⁠Join the waitlist here⁠⁠

💬 Let’s Connect: Instagram: ⁠@fizzyandfree⁠

👩‍💻Website & Resources: ⁠www.fizzyandfree.com⁠

⭐ Rate + Review: If this episode made you laugh, feel seen, or just helped you take one step forward, please take a second to rate and review the show. Your words help more moms find this podcast and start their own journey. 💕

Tired of carrying the crushing weight of mom guilt? You’re not alone. So many moms turn to alcohol to cope with anxiety, overwhelm, and emotional exhaustion—but it often leaves us feeling even worse.

In this episode of Fizzy and Free, I’m sharing how I began to shift from daily anxiety and guilt to a space of grace, self-compassion, and emotional freedom—without white-knuckling my way through sobriety.

If you’re navigating early sobriety, feeling like you're barely hanging on, or constantly stuck in a loop of self-blame, this episode will help you break that cycle.

🔑 In this episode, we cover:

• How alcohol impacts anxiety and emotional exhaustion

• Why white knuckling through sobriety isn’t sustainable

• What “Mom Grace” really looks like in real life

• Gentle mindset shifts that reduce guilt and build resilience

✨ Sobriety isn’t just about quitting drinking—it’s about healing how you talk to yourself.

💌 Ready to take your first step? Grab my free 3-Day Video Series: Why You Keep Going Back to Day One (and How to Break the Cycle) — perfect for overwhelmed moms looking for clarity and support.👉 ⁠⁠Grab it here!⁠⁠

💌 Ready to go a step further?

Join the waitlist for Flourish, my monthly membership for moms who are ditching the wine and finding their way back to joy, calm, and connection—without the overwhelm. You don’t have to do this alone. 💛 ⁠⁠Join the waitlist here⁠⁠

💬 Let’s Connect: Instagram: ⁠@fizzyandfree⁠

👩‍💻Website & Resources: ⁠www.fizzyandfree.com⁠

⭐ Rate + Review: If this episode made you laugh, feel seen, or just helped you take one step forward, please take a second to rate and review the show. Your words help more moms find this podcast and start their own journey. 💕

When you stop drinking, one of the hardest (and most unexpected) questions to answer is: “What do I even like to do for fun?” If alcohol has been your go-to for relaxing, socializing, or unwinding, it's totally normal to feel a little lost at first.

In this episode of Fizzy and Free, I’m opening up about my own journey of rediscovering who I am without alcohol—and how I started finding joy, passion, and purpose in new, authentic ways.

🔑 In this episode, we explore:

• Why sobriety can trigger an identity crisis (and how to move through it)

• How to answer the question “What are your hobbies?” as a sober mom

• The surprising things I now enjoy that I never even considered before

• Encouragement for moms feeling bored, stuck, or unsure of who they are without drinking

✨ You’re not just removing alcohol—you’re reconnecting with yourself. And trust me, that version of you? She’s worth getting to know

💌 Ready to take your first step? Grab my free 3-Day Video Series: Why You Keep Going Back to Day One (and How to Break the Cycle) — perfect for overwhelmed moms looking for clarity and support.👉 ⁠⁠Grab it here!⁠⁠

💌 Ready to go a step further?

Join the waitlist for Flourish, my monthly membership for moms who are ditching the wine and finding their way back to joy, calm, and connection—without the overwhelm. You don’t have to do this alone. 💛 ⁠⁠Join the waitlist here⁠⁠

💬 Let’s Connect: Instagram: ⁠@fizzyandfree⁠

👩‍💻Website & Resources: ⁠www.fizzyandfree.com⁠

⭐ Rate + Review: If this episode made you laugh, feel seen, or just helped you take one step forward, please take a second to rate and review the show. Your words help more moms find this podcast and start their own journey. 💕

Thinking about trying Sober October? Whether you're sober curious or ready to take a break from drinking, having the right tools can make all the difference—especially when the cravings hit.

In this episode of Fizzy and Free, I’m sharing one of my favorite alcohol-free tools: NA (non-alcoholic) beverages. These go-to drinks helped me through the early days of sobriety and continue to support me when I want to unwind without the buzz.

✨ Whether you're doing Sober October for the first time or just looking for fresh ideas, this episode is full of easy swaps and encouragement for moms on an alcohol-free journey.

💌 Ready to take your first step? Grab my free 3-Day Video Series: Why You Keep Going Back to Day One (and How to Break the Cycle) — perfect for overwhelmed moms looking for clarity and support.👉 ⁠⁠Grab it here!⁠⁠

💌 Ready to go a step further?

Join the waitlist for Flourish, my monthly membership for moms who are ditching the wine and finding their way back to joy, calm, and connection—without the overwhelm. You don’t have to do this alone. 💛 ⁠⁠Join the waitlist here⁠⁠

💬 Let’s Connect: Instagram: ⁠@fizzyandfree⁠

👩‍💻Website & Resources: ⁠www.fizzyandfree.com⁠

⭐ Rate + Review: If this episode made you laugh, feel seen, or just helped you take one step forward, please take a second to rate and review the show. Your words help more moms find this podcast and start their own journey. 💕

Are you a mom who keeps pouring that evening drink—even when you know it’s not really helping? You’re not alone. And here’s the truth: it’s not just about the alcohol.

In this episode of Fizzy and Free, we’re digging into the emotional reasons moms drink—like stress, resentment, boredom, and burnout—and why alcohol often feels like the easiest way to cope. If you’ve tried to quit or cut back but keep finding yourself back at Day One, this episode is for you.

Whether you’re sober curious or seriously ready for change, we’ll talk through what’s really going on beneath the surface—and how to create real, lasting momentum.

🔑 What you’ll learn:

• Why alcohol isn’t the core issue (and what is)

• Common emotional triggers for moms

• Why willpower alone won’t work

• Simple mindset shifts to move forward without shame

✨You’re not broken—and you’re not alone. Let’s talk about what’s really going on.

💌 Ready to take your first step? Grab my free 3-Day Video Series: Why You Keep Going Back to Day One (and How to Break the Cycle) — perfect for overwhelmed moms looking for clarity and support.👉 ⁠⁠Grab it here!⁠⁠

💌 Ready to go a step further?

Join the waitlist for Flourish, my monthly membership for moms who are ditching the wine and finding their way back to joy, calm, and connection—without the overwhelm. You don’t have to do this alone. 💛 ⁠⁠Join the waitlist here⁠⁠

💬 Let’s Connect: Instagram: ⁠@fizzyandfree⁠

👩‍💻Website & Resources: ⁠www.fizzyandfree.com⁠

⭐ Rate + Review: If this episode made you laugh, feel seen, or just helped you take one step forward, please take a second to rate and review the show. Your words help more moms find this podcast and start their own journey. 💕

For nearly 20 years, alcohol was part of my daily life—through college, marriage, motherhood, and everything in between. In this episode, I’m sharing the full picture: how my drinking started, how it evolved over time, and what finally pushed me to make a change.

If you’re a mom questioning your relationship with alcohol or wondering if it’s “bad enough” to stop, this honest conversation will help you feel seen and less alone.

🔑 What you’ll hear in this episode:

• My 20-year history with alcohol—from social drinking to daily habits

• The emotional and mental toll it took (even when things looked fine from the outside)

• The turning point that led me to choose an alcohol-free life

• Why sobriety gave me more than I ever expected as a mom

✨ You don’t have to hit rock bottom to make a change. Sometimes the quiet knowing that you’re meant for more is enough.

💌 Ready to take your first step?
Grab my free 3-Day Video Series: Why You Keep Going Back to Day One (and How to Break the Cycle) — perfect for overwhelmed moms looking for clarity and support.
👉 Grab it here!

💌 Ready to go a step further?

Join the waitlist for Flourish, my monthly membership for moms who are ditching the wine and finding their way back to joy, calm, and connection—without the overwhelm. You don’t have to do this alone. 💛 Join the waitlist here