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A New Generation of Moms Who Get High
Weed, they say, is what helps them survive full-time parenting. But at what cost?
TL;DR
- Mothers are increasingly using cannabis as a coping mechanism for the high demands and low support systems associated with modern parenting.
- The 'garden mom' trend involves daily cannabis use, often shared on platforms like TikTok, framed as a necessary tool for self-care and better parenting.
- While mothers report benefits like increased patience and reduced stress, experts caution about risks such as addiction, impaired judgment, and the potential for overreliance.
- The rising potency of THC in cannabis products raises further concerns about dependence and negative psychological effects.
- The intense expectations of 'gentle parenting' and constant child supervision contribute to mothers seeking ways to manage their emotional regulation, sometimes through substances.