The Story Mummies on cannabis gummies: meet the mothers getting high at home
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Aug 3, 2025 Louise Callaghan, Senior US correspondent for The Sunday Times, sheds light on a surprising trend: American parents are turning to THC gummies instead of wine for their relaxation. The discussion dives into the normalization of cannabis use among mothers, contrasting it with UK perceptions. Callaghan also explores the booming cannabis gummy market, revealing insights from a New Jersey factory. Personal stories highlight the implications of this shift on social attitudes toward legalization and how it reshapes the modern parenting experience.
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Cannabis Normalized Among US Moms
- Cannabis use is surprisingly normalized in the US, even in conservative areas like Alabama.
- Mothers use cannabis gummies as a socially acceptable way to unwind, similar to a glass of wine.
Stacey Allen's Gummy Experience
- Stacey Allen, a photographer and mother from Alabama, takes small doses of gummies to relax without a hangover.
- She describes gummies as providing relaxation while keeping control, unlike alcohol's silliness.
Why Gummies Over Smoking?
- Gummies are preferred over smoking due to lack of smell and less perceived health risk.
- Parents with kids or health concerns avoid smoking and choose edibles instead.