Whether you are a new mom, single mom or a seasoned mommy, there are times you are bound to feel isolated and without the support of those who understand what you are going through. I am not a mommy, but I have several mommy friends and I watched my mom raise my brother and I all on her own, and when I say a support system is definitely how they made the most of their situations it is the TRUTH!
Are you yearning to get out and meet new people, or do you desire to talk to other women who understand why you are so obsessed with your baby’s newest habit, etc.? Well, if you are struggling to find other mommy friends try any of these suggested ideas:
Take a Class
Mommy and me classes are becoming the newest trend for mothers who want to take a hobby or athletic-based class, but can’t leave their children behind. Look up classes that both you and your young one can enjoy together such as local music, art, swimming, yoga, gymnastics, cooking, etc. Not only does this give you a chance to bond with your child, but you can also meet other mothers and their children.
Find a Park
Taking your kiddos to the park is the perfect place for you and them to find friends. Kids can become friends after a few shared jumps down the slide. This is the perfect time to plan play dates and get to know their newfound friend’s parents. Many times kids are the reason for their parents’ friendships.
Stroller Strides Sign Me Up!
Fitness can be a priority on a new mommy’s checklist, but can often get pushed to the side as they focus on motherhood and all that it entails. Why not multitask? Stroller Strides is a new national program geared toward keeping mothers and their kids active. They host 60-minute group classes that rotate between power walking, toning and strength training weekly. You are bound to find a friendly face, or two, or even three! The best part is you all have something in common already!
Go Searching
Technology has made it so easy to connect with others and there is no reason mothers shouldn’t take full advantage. Websites like Meetup.com are great places to meet people with similar hobbies and interests as you. They even have a section of groups for people just like you under their Parents and Family filter. The great thing about Meetup.com is that they keep the site organized by city and zip code so you can see groups that are in your local area. You can also see the groups’ calendar of events, meet and chat with individuals from the group, and even host your own group and events!
Tinder for Mommy?
Tinder truly started the swiping trend. Now there are several apps available at your fingertips on your smartphone that allow you to find new friends. Hello Mamas, MomCo, Kinnecting and Smile Mom are just a few of the many apps out there that you can utilize to find your new mommy girlfriends. The apps do all the pre-screening work for you by matching you with other moms with similar interests and those with children of similar ages. The best part, most of these apps are free! Other options haven’t hit the app scene yet, but can easily be found online such as MochaMoms.org, CafeMom.com, BabyCenter.com, and CircleofMoms.com.
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