We have all seen the memes ‘It's 5 o'clock somewhere’ or ‘mom juice’ and maybe even mindlessly giggled upon reading some. Mommy wine culture has become increasingly widespread in the last couple of years. It’s a source of camaraderie, memes, marketing, and stress management for modern moms, but one that is not without huge, and often overlooked, health risks. This week we talk about the toxicity and health risks of society’s mindless embrace of mommy wine culture. It's not all yoga pants, rose and SUVs. There is a dark side to moms and increasing alcohol consumption. The impacts are felt throughout families and society.

Show Mentions:

Max Lugavere https://www.instagram.com/maxlugavere/

SNL Skit: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2363524547125404

https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/190624/dq190624b-eng.htm

https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/Real-Look-Mommy-Wine-Culture

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/the-rise-of-mommy-juice-culture-and-its-impact-on-kids

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/parenting/a34655653/wine-mom-jokes-danger/