Any single Mums with a drink problem?
I’m writing this because I often read the alcohol posts here but they mostly seem to be from men. I’m wondering if there are any other mums in a similar situation.
I’m a single parent to two children. Their dad passed away and I don’t have any family support. I used to drink a bottle of wine most nights, but over time that’s turned into vodka. If I start drinking early, I can get through a lot.
I tell myself I hide it from my children at first, but I know they must notice once it starts to affect me later in the evening. The shame and mum guilt were enough to make me stop for six months, but the stress and pressure of doing everything on my own eventually led me back to drinking.
I’m not looking for judgement. I just want to know if there are any other mums who have been through something similar, or who understand what this feels like. It can feel incredibly lonely, and I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who gets it.