Updated: Feb 19, 2020
Did you know 64% of moms feel friendless? That is a staggering statistic. The fact is, motherhood can be seriously isolating! Whether you moved to a new city or just welcomed a baby to your household, each stage of being a mom presents challenges that almost always involve loneliness. And throughout each challenge, you just want another mom to relate to. Having a mom tribe to share with, lean on in times of difficulty, and spend time with is essential to taking care of yourself.
But boy is finding and making mom friends hard. Not only are mamas the loneliest bunch, they also are the busiest (and hardest to track down). That’s why we’ve pulled together our list of 5 simple ways for moms to find and make mom friends they will keep for life:
1. Attend a mommy & me yoga class.
We’ve found that no matter where you live, whether it be a big city or a small town, you can almost always find a yoga class for you and your little one. Here’s why that’s awesome - first, you know that everyone attending is a mom. Second, having your kids with you is a great ice-breaker for meeting someone for the first time. I mean, how easy is it to ooh and aah over each other’s babies as you get more comfortable with each other? Third, these classes tend to be pretty inexpensive (yay affordability!). So head to a class and start mingling with potential mom friends! And don’t be shy - if you vibe with someone, ask for her phone number and set up a coffee date.