Kelly Stafford, wife of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, recently opened up about using weed gummies as a way to manage the overwhelming stress that comes with parenting four young daughters. On her June 16 episode of her podcast The Morning After, Kelly spoke candidly about how cannabis edibles help her maintain patience and emotional balance during particularly tough days.
As a mother to four girls—twins Sawyer and Chandler (8), Hunter (6), and Tyler (4)—Kelly described life in the Stafford household as “beautiful chaos.” With the demands of raising a young family, especially with her husband frequently away due to his NFL career, she shared that parenting can sometimes push her to the brink. That’s when she turns to weed gummies—not as an everyday solution, but as an occasional tool for self-care.
“Sometimes, when it’s been a really long day, I’ll have a gummy instead of a glass of wine,” Kelly said on the podcast. “They calm me. I feel more present and patient. Honestly, I think they make me a better parent.” She added that the effect is similar to that of alcohol, but without the aftereffects or guilt. In fact, she noted that her children have even commented on the change in her demeanor, saying, “Mommy’s nice tonight.”
While she admitted to feeling a bit of guilt for using weed gummies at first, she said those feelings quickly gave way to a more honest self-assessment. “If I’m calmer and more loving and everyone feels good, why feel bad about that?” she said.
Kelly’s husband, Matthew Stafford, has also voiced support for her approach. According to Kelly, he believes that as long as the children are “fed, safe, happy, and loved,” then whatever helps her manage stress is perfectly fine.
This public acknowledgment of cannabis use from a high-profile NFL spouse is part of a broader shift in how society views marijuana, especially among parents. As legalization spreads across the United States, more adults are turning to cannabis products like gummies as a replacement for alcohol or prescription medications to handle anxiety, sleeplessness, and stress.
Kelly’s openness adds a fresh and relatable voice to that conversation. She doesn’t claim that weed gummies are a magic fix, but she does make the case for honest, judgment-free parenting. In a world where mothers are often held to impossible standards, her story resonates with many who are looking for safe, manageable ways to care for themselves while juggling the needs of their families.
Ultimately, Kelly Stafford’s message is one of compassion—for her children, her marriage, and herself. “It’s not about being the perfect mom,” she said. “It’s about being the best version of myself for my kids. And sometimes, that means doing what works—even if it’s a little unconventional.”
Her candid remarks have sparked conversation online, with many parents applauding her honesty and others debating the appropriateness of cannabis use in family settings. But regardless of opinion, one thing is clear: Kelly Stafford is not afraid to talk about real-life motherhood, and that honesty is making an impact.
