Transforming Motherhood: Overcoming 'Mommy Wine Culture' and Embracing Sobriety with Hadley Sorenson

Eternally Amy

In this episode, Amy chats with Hadley Sorenson about the realities of the "mommy wine culture," the impact of alcohol on motherhood, and their shared journeys of transformation and sobriety. This candid conversation delves into the deconstruction of faith, motherhood, and life with ADHD, all while balancing humor and seriousness.

Key Points:

• Hadley's Journey:
  Hadley Sorenson shares her evolution from a successful career in the mortgage industry to a stay-at-home mom, confronting postpartum depression and rediscovering her identity.
• Mommy Wine Culture:
  The normalization of drinking expensive wine within motherhood and its impact on mental health.
• The Cycles of Drinking:
  Hadley's struggle with binge drinking, taking breaks, and the ultimate realization that led to her sobriety on August 6, 2021.
• Finding Sobriety:
  The significance of Hadley’s 75-day wellness challenge and the various self-care practices she adopted, including journaling and meditation.
• Personal Identity:
  Navigating the identity crisis associated with stepping away from alcohol and reshaping self-worth as a mother and woman.
• Recovery Community:
  The healing power of community and sharing stories, emphasizing that sobriety is not a one-size-fits-all journey.
• Education and Awareness:
  The need to educate women about the effects of alcohol, especially through hormonal changes like menopause and perimenopause.
• Positive Family Impact:
  The transformative effects of sobriety on Hadley’s family dynamics and personal relationships.

Hosted by Amy Liz Harrison

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Learn more about Hadley Sorenson: http://hadleysorensen.com/