52. How to Make Friends After Baby

In this episode of Brave and Bloom, I’m talking about something so many moms are craving but don’t always know how to build. A village.I share what it really looks like to make friends after having a baby and why this season can feel so lonely and isolating. When everything shifts in motherhood, our friendships often shift too, and it can leave me wondering where I fit and how to find my people again.I don’t just need friends, I need the right village When I’m feeling lonely or overwhelmed in motherhood, it’s easy to reach for anyone just to feel less alone. But not every connection is meant to be my safe place. I need friends who truly see me, uplift me, and are dependable. The right village isn’t about quantity, it’s about alignment, safety, and genuine connection.Friendship in this season comes from proximity, values, and shared life The people I’m most likely to connect with are the ones already around me, in my everyday life. The moms at playgroups, church, coffee shops, or in my neighborhood. But deeper than proximity, real friendship is built on shared values and similar lifestyles. When we believe in similar things and live in similar rhythms, connection becomes natural and meaningful.I have to be brave enough to go first and build the relationships I want Friendships aren’t just going to show up at my door. I have to put myself out there. I have to send the text, start the conversation, invite someone in, and be willing to be seen. The village I’m craving is built through courage, consistency, and showing up, even when it feels uncomfortable.This episode is a reminder that the village I’m looking for is possible. And it starts with me being brave enough to build it.Have questions?DM me on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chassiecoxJoin the newsletter: https://chassiecox.myflodesk.com/ql9giiuheiIf you found this helpful, please share + leave a review!Sending you so much love!Coach Chassie