So, you think playdates are all fun and games? Well, welcome to the secret world of mom-friendship, where the stakes are just as high as in dating. Once my little one was ready to mingle, I quickly realized that making mom friends is a lot like finding a date. Here are ten ways this bizarre but relatable journey unfolds:
- Spotting a mom you think could be your new bestie feels like having a crush.
- Crafting that first text? You’ll go through a dozen drafts to avoid coming off as weird.
- The day of the playdate arrives, and suddenly you’re sweating bullets because you barely know this person, and what if they’re a total weirdo?
- You genuinely like your new mom friend, but alas, your kids are on completely different nap schedules.
- You click with your mom friend, but your kids just can’t seem to play nice together.
- Realizing that your parenting philosophies clash as much as oil and water really puts a damper on things.
- When you finally “bring them home,” you cross your fingers that your husbands will hit it off too.
- You want to solidify this friendship, but you worry about coming on too strong.
- Discovering that your new friend doesn’t mind your cluttered house feels like winning the lottery.
- When all the stars align: you both like each other, your kids get along, your parenting styles mesh, and, to top it off, your spouses enjoy each other’s company too!
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In summary, forging friendships as a mom can feel like dating: nerve-wracking, exhilarating, and filled with a few awkward moments. But when you find that perfect match, it’s all worth it.