Alright, buddy, buckle up because I’m about to take you on a wild ride through the land of “Cannamoms,” where bingo meets bud and parenting gets… elevated.
Picture this: suburban St. Louis, an unassuming event space with walls painted pink and green (because nothing says “high society” like Pepto-Bismol chic). Fifty women are gathered for what looks like your grandma’s weekly bingo night—if your grandma also happens to moonlight as Snoop Dogg.
The scene? Bingo cards strewn across tables alongside bags of popcorn, chips, candy bars—and oh, wait for it—piles of weed.
Loose marijuana flowers sitting out like they’re just another snack option. Pre-rolled joints lined up like soldiers ready for duty. Bowls of edibles that look suspiciously like gummy bears but definitely aren’t safe for the kiddie table.
And in one corner, there’s even a dabbing station, which sounds less like a chill mom hangout and more like something from a sci-fi movie where robots vape.
Amid all the smoke (both literal and metaphorical), these ladies aren’t here to party—they’re here to parent better.
Yup, you heard me right. These are the members of STL Cannamoms , a group of Midwestern moms who believe lighting up makes them light-years ahead when it comes to raising kids. They’re not bad moms; they’re blazed moms. Or so they claim.
Kimberlee Kesterson, co-founder of STL Cannamoms, explains the crew is basically a United Nations of motherhood: “We’ve got grandmas, lawyers, realtors, cleaning ladies, bartenders, teachers, nurses…” You name it, they’ve probably got a joint tucked away somewhere in their diaper bags.
The group started in 2022, and now their Facebook page has over 4,000 members. That’s enough moms to form a small army—or at least a very large carpool lane.
One mom tells CNN, “It’s a non-judgmental place.” Translation: No one will bat an eye if you accidentally bring CBD-infused brownies instead of regular ones to the bake sale.
Another adds, “I’m not doing it to party—I’m doing it to relax.” Which, honestly, same energy I have during wine o’clock after my third Zoom meeting of the day.
Now let’s talk about why these moms think cannabis turns them into Supermom 2.0.
For starters, they say it helps them stay patient. One mom admits she’d rather sit down and play with her kids than scroll TikTok all day—which, let’s be honest, is a win for humanity.
Another mom, Shonitria Anthony, hosts a podcast called Blunt Blowin’ Mama, where she talks about how weed makes her feel more present, insightful, playful, and willing to watch Moana for the fiftieth time without losing her mind. If that’s not dedication, I don’t know what is.
Anthony calls cannabis her medicine, though technically she doesn’t have a prescription. She started smoking at 18 as part of some bohemian friend circle ritual, but now she swears by it for managing anxiety and being a calmer, less reactive parent.
Her conclusion? “In my mind, consuming cannabis makes me a 1,000% better mom.” Bold claim, but hey, maybe she’s onto something. Have you ever seen a stressed-out mom try to assemble IKEA furniture sober? It’s not pretty.
Then there’s Sabrina Guerrero, a stay-at-home mom who uses weed to cope with PTSD and ADHD. Before cannabis, she was popping pills prescribed by doctors and struggling to enjoy life with her kids.
Now? She laughs at their jokes, watches movies together, and generally vibes harder than most people do at Coachella. Oh, and did I mention she lives in California, where recreational weed is legal? Naturally, she throws events where other moms can puff, puff, pass judgment-free.
But before we start handing out trophies for Best Stoned Parenting, let’s address the elephant in the room—or should I say the stoned elephant?
Critics argue marijuana use isn’t exactly the recipe for stellar parenting. Aubree Adams, director of Every Brain Matters, warns that impaired parenting is no bueno for America’s children. Her organization partners with Moms Strong, a group that warns against the dangers of weed.
Adams herself became anti-marijuana after her son developed psychosis from high-potency products. Yikes.
Studies back up some concerns too, linking marijuana use to depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and slower reaction times—all things you definitely don’t want while trying to keep tiny humans alive.
Plus, opponents point out that marijuana is still classified as a Schedule 1 drug alongside heroin and LSD. So yeah, maybe don’t go rolling blunts in front of Child Protective Services anytime soon.
That said, the cannamoms aren’t backing down. They insist they’re responsible users who prioritize their kids above all else. As one mom puts it, “Children deserve healthy mothers who can connect with them and handle stress.” Fair point—but whether toking up counts as “handling stress” remains debatable.
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