Even if you can’t make mom friends in real life, having a supportive network of virtual friends can make you feel so much less alone as you navigate the daily struggle of parenting. Chances are, you’ll find more people who want to connect as well.
According to an April 2024 study by the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 66% of parents “felt the demands of parenthood sometimes or frequently feel isolating and lonely.” Additionally, 62% felt burned out by parenthood, 38% felt like they had no support as a parent, and 79% would value a way to connect with other parents outside of work and home.
And this loneliness can take a toll on our kids. A 2018 study of Japanese mothers of kids under 3 in BMC Women’s Health found that loneliness in moms was associated with a smaller social network, lower secure attachment style, and a higher possibility of psychological distress. Interestingly, loneliness decreased when the person’s network of personal relationships grew, both through traditional networks of family and friends and through virtual networks created through social networking sites. This means that joining a “mom follow party” may make you feel less alone.
Whether you struggle with making new friends as a mom or you’ve lost friends since becoming a mom, building a circle of new mom friends can help provide that connection you’re craving. There’s nothing like sharing tips, venting about issues, and laughing with other moms to turn your day around. You’ve got this, mama!
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