Does Your Mom Smoke Weed? She Might!
A quarter of Canadian women now use cannabis, with those aged 25-44 having an over 34% consumption rate, many balancing cannabis use while raising Canada's nearly 7 million children under 14.
The Balancing Act of Motherhood in 2025
Being a mom in 2025 requires superhuman abilities. Between career demands, household management, children's activities, and caring for aging parents, modern motherhood feels like an Olympic event without medals. Add in concerns about climate change, technology overload, and economic pressures, and it's no wonder many moms are searching for better ways to cope.
The demands are considerable, and increasingly, Canadian mothers are turning to cannabis for relief. According to the 2022 Canadian Cannabis Survey, 25% of Canadian women reported cannabis use in the past year, showing an increase from previous years. Women are discovering that cannabis can offer a gentler alternative to traditional stress management methods, helping them navigate parenthood's challenges with greater ease.
Beyond the Wine Glass: Why Moms Choose Cannabis
The traditional "mommy wine culture" is seeing a shift as health-conscious parents seek alternatives with fewer downsides. Many Burlington moms report preferring cannabis because it doesn't leave them with morning-after regrets, excess calories, or disrupted sleep patterns.
Cannabis has evolved far beyond its outdated stereotypes, with products designed specifically for functional, wellness-oriented use. Low-dose options allow mothers to remain present and engaged while taking the edge off parental stress.
Among adults aged 25 to 44 years, the cannabis usage rate is particularly significant at 34.5%, with 10.3% reporting daily or almost daily use. At Pepe Cannabis, we regularly hear from local mothers who appreciate how certain strains and products help them respond to their children with more patience, creativity, and joy - transforming challenging parenting moments into opportunities for connection.
Understanding Mother Plants: The Heart of Cannabis Cultivation
In the cannabis world, "mother plants" are the foundation of quality products. These specially selected plants possess exceptional traits growers want to preserve - much like how mothers pass down their best qualities to their children.
Mother plants are nurtured with extraordinary care, kept in vegetative state to produce healthy cuttings (clones) that maintain consistent genetics. These precious plants receive optimal light, nutrients, and attention - they're essentially the matriarchs of the cannabis garden, sustaining generation after generation of identical plants.
At Pepe Cannabis, we source products from cultivators who maintain healthy mother plant programs, ensuring consistent quality in everything we offer to Burlington families.
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Mother's Day Special Offers at Pepe Cannabis
This week only: Celebrate the nurturers in your life with our Mother's Day specials!
10% OFF All Cannabis Bath Bombs
Give mom the gift of relaxation with our premium cannabis-infused bath bombs, all 10% off through May 11th. Our selection includes:
- Stewart Farms 3-pack THC balanced bath bombs
- Stewart Farms Blue Dream THC bath bomb
- Noon and Night CBD-only bath bomb
Continuing Our 10% Flower Sale
Our popular flower discount continues! Choose from premium strains like our Pepe-exclusive 11 Week Pink, Papaya Power, Lemonatti and Peach Tree.
How Cannabis Supports Modern Motherhood
Burlington moms tell us that thoughtful cannabis use helps them:
- Find mental calm during overwhelming moments
- Be more present during family activities
- Enhance creativity during playtime
- Manage body discomfort after long days
- Transition from work mode to home life more easily
- Find better sleep when their minds won't quiet down
One Burlington mother shared: "When I'm feeling stretched too thin, a micro-dose helps me reset my perspective. I'm more patient and playful with my kids instead of just going through the motions."
Start Low, Go Slow: Cannabis Tips for Mom
If you're new to cannabis or returning after many years, our knowledgeable staff at Pepe Cannabis can guide you to products appropriate for daytime parenting or evening unwinding:
- Microdosing options: Products with 1-2.5mg THC per serving
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Balanced THC formulations: For reduced psychoactive effects
- Fast-acting formats vs. longer experiences: Choosing what fits your schedule
- Terpene profiles: Understanding which aromatic compounds produce specific effects
Visit Pepe Cannabis This Mother's Day Week
Located in Central Burlington at 892 Brant Street (near Burlington GO Station), our team of cannabis experts can help you find the perfect Mother's Day gift or self-care product.
Pepe Cannabis
892 Brant Street
Burlington, ON (L7R 2J5)
(905) 333-5373
Our independently-owned dispensary was founded by cannabis enthusiasts with decades of combined experience who understand that mothers deserve products that help them thrive, not just survive.
This Mother's Day, celebrate nurturing in all its forms - whether you're shopping for mom or treating yourself to some well-deserved care!
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