Introduction: Mommy needs many drinks -- Part I. Away: Before-- ; Oh Mama ; Single mama, dry with a twist ; Plastered -- Part II. Toward recovery: First 30 days: alcohol is the love of my life ; 30 days and beyond: swearing is my higher power ; 60 days: where are my shoes? ; 90 days: so this is life ; 6 months: marital openings ; 9 months and forty years ; Months 10 and 11: high-bottom girl ; one year and beyond -- Part III. First year of sobriety: Alternatives to the cocktail playdate -- How to get help-- Do you have a problem with alcohol? -- Other resources.