Kelly Stafford, wife of NFL quarterback Matthew Stafford, opened up about her approach to parenting on her podcast, revealing she uses weed gummies to manage stress and improve her role as a mother to their four daughters: Sawyer, Hunter, Tyler, and Chandler. She explained that these gummies help her stay calm during exhausting days of child-rearing.
During a recent episode of her Not Gonna Lie podcast, Kelly candidly described how the gummies serve as a calming aid similar to having a glass of wine, easing the pressures of parenting and helping her maintain patience.
“Gummies are great,” Kelly said (40:19). “I’ve said it on my podcast before. Sometimes, I feel like gummies make me a better parent. They calm me down. It’s like a glass of wine.”
While acknowledging some guilt around her gummy use, Kelly emphasized that she does not use them regularly, only turning to them on particularly hard days to avoid frustration.
“I feel a little guilty saying it, and it’s not like I do it every night. Sometimes I’m like, ‘Sh*t. It’s been a long day,” Kelly added. “I don’t want to rip my hair out or their hair out, so I’m going to just top it off with a little gummy.’”
Kelly Stafford Reflects on the Kind of Mother She Aspires to Be
In the same podcast episode, Kelly discussed her parenting aspirations alongside guest Kit Hoover, a former sportscaster and ex-host of ‘Access Hollywood.’ Kelly later shared on Instagram her admiration for Hoover’s parenting style, expressing a desire to embody similar qualities as a mother.
“@kithoover is exactly the type of mama I hope to be. Georgia girl raising amazing kids here in LA,” Kelly wrote. “She really freaking made me miss home but was a good reminder that you can bring home to wherever you are.”
This reflection on motherhood highlights Kelly’s thoughtful approach to raising her children with love and calmness amid the challenges of parenting four daughters.
Family Time and Travel Break During Parenthood
Matthew and Kelly Stafford recently took time off from their busy family life to enjoy a vacation in Mexico. This trip included attending Canadian singer Robin Thicke’s wedding, a special event the couple shared glimpses of on social media. The break offered respite and a chance to recharge as parents.
Matthew Stafford also openly shared his perspective on fatherhood, especially raising four daughters without sons, adding depth to the couple’s family dynamic.
Why Kelly’s Honest Parenting Approach Resonates
Kelly Stafford’s admission of using weed gummies to remain calm underscores the real pressures many parents face in managing stress while striving to give their best. Her openness invites a broader conversation about finding healthy ways to cope with parenting demands.
By sharing her experience, Kelly offers reassurance to other parents that seeking balance and calm—even through unconventional methods—can support better parenting. As she continues to navigate life with Matthew and their daughters, her honesty helps shed light on modern family challenges and coping strategies.