Episode 20: “Looking for My Mom Soulmate”

Making mom friends as an adult feels a lot less like happy hour and a lot more like awkward playground speed dating. In this episode, we dive into the hilarity and struggles of finding your “mom soulmate.” From asking for a number at the park (and totally sending the wrong vibe) to breaking down the types of moms you’ll meet, we cover it all. We create our own mom dating profiles, swipe left and right on questionable “mom traits,” and play a rapid-fire game of Mom Friend Red Flags—deciding which moms make the cut and which ones get blocked immediately. If you’ve ever wondered whether you actually want new mom friends or you’re just too tired for the maintenance, this one’s for you. Grab your Stanley (roadie optional) and laugh with us through the chaos of mom friendship.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Episode Milestones02:15 The Quest for Mom Friends07:28 Ideal Mom Friend Characteristics10:36 Navigating Mom Friendships13:17 The Importance of Shared Experiences15:55 Finding Friends in Parenting18:33 Playdates and Parenting Dynamics19:40 Curbside Toys and Neighborhood Kids20:37 Seeking Mom Friends22:11 Creating the Perfect Mom Profile24:44 Deal Breakers in Mom Friendships27:55 The Challenge of Making Mom Friends30:17 Different Types of Moms33:36 Navigating Mom Friend Scenarios38:11 The Importance of Openness in Friendships41:17 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans41:37 Outro Chapters (00:00:01) - Crazy People Talking About '(00:01:31) - Mama Clock: Buy Our Merch!(00:03:29) - "I Miss Having A Mother"(00:04:23) - Cuckoo Birds(00:06:57) - "Thanks For Thinking About Me"(00:07:10) - Looking For My Mom Soulmate(00:09:57) - How To Make A Mother's Friend(00:12:28) - "I Would Like A Mom Friend"(00:15:13) - Did I Become A Mom Friend On An App?(00:17:25) - Joey On The Neighborhood Baby Sit Down(00:20:16) - What I Don't Want In A Friend(00:22:05) - Looking for a Good Friend(00:24:14) - Is That A Deal Breaker?(00:26:11) - Mama Clock Dating App(00:27:58) - What type of mom would you like to date?(00:29:23) - How To Make Mother-Friendships(00:32:34) - What's A Good Mom Friend?(00:34:14) - Read a potential mom friend scenario and tell me if you would still hang out(00:37:11) - "Emily Needs To Open Up More"(00:38:40) - Friends Tell The Truth About Their Friends(00:40:56) - Baby's First Birthday