So, I think I've decided that after pregnancy I want to abstain from alcohol. It was a great part of my life and was fun while it lasted. After all, I just turned 21 and didn't drink because I was pregnant. I figure if I can go 9 months without drinking then it's not a luxury I need in my life. I'm happy to spend $40.00+ on other things.
However, I was just having a conversation with my brother who just turned 18 and was talking about all the yummy drinks I used to have back before this and it makes me miss the taste a little.
How did you stay off the alcohol even when people would ask you to come out drinking? How long have you been a sober Mumma? Did people try to peer pressure you? What would you drink/bring instead?
I'm also not much of a wine drinker as when I was early in pregnancy (and didn't know I was pregnant), a bottle of wine had me throwing up horribly after 2 glasses.
I hope this sets a good example for my partner who drinks himself stupid sometimes and also for my child as she grows since both our families have a severe alcoholic issues which has lead to gambling issues in some family members.
Sober Mumma?
Sober Mumma?
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Go you!!!!
I go for very long periods without alcohol. Sometimes I just don't feel like it. I've never felt like I was missing out as there are plenty of yummy drinks without alcohol. A lot of places sell mock-tails, otherwise I like a tonic water with lime, or another soft drink. If I'm going to someone place I take some of my favourite fizzy/fruit drink. To be honest most people wouldn't even know I wasn't drinking, it's just not that big of a deal.
There are times where I feel like a drink, so I will have a drink.
The only thing I noticed is I stopped wanting to be around people who get drunk/pissed on a regular basis. When you watch it from the outside its so obvious how awful it is and how I want to minimise my time around that. But nobody cares if you are t drinking because they are too caught up in getting themselves drunk.
Personally I've found that since I had bub (now 9 months) I haven't gotten my taste for alcohol back. I've had a glass of wine here and there but that's it. I find that if I say 'nope, I'm not having *insert food or drink*' then that's what I crave!
The only people that will try and peer pressure you are those that don't have kids. Parents know what it's like to deal with a baby at 6 o'clock in the morning let alone while you're hungover!
Soda and lime is great - tasty and a common drink at a bar or restaurant. My best defense to anyone who encourages me to drink when I don't feel like it (other than "no") is "I'm driving". Even if I'm not - they don't know that :) I've also found lots of pubs/clubs give free water/soda to the designated driver. Added bonus :)
Agree with the other poster - when you are sober drunks are BORING
And, my husband and I managed to save $20,000 for a massive OS holiday one year when we didn't drink or smoke - all that $ went in a special bank account. DOUBLE BONUS!
Since becoming a Mum 10 years ago (also at 21) I haven't really drank since. I mean, maybe once or twice a year at special functions. But I don't buy alcohol. Unless you're the throw-lots-of-booze-filled-parties type, I find it's just not something I want. I'm not a wine drinker, either. Dude, it's FERMENTED grapes.......haha. YUCK.