Friendship, “Frentimacy,” & Finding Your People in Motherhood with Misty Hughes

Motherhood is full of transitions that can leave even the most social women feeling lonely or disconnected. In this episode of You’re the Mom, Dr. Laura Le sits down with transformational life and leadership coach Misty Hughes to talk about the real dynamics of friendship in motherhood.You’ll hear how to run a gentle “friendship audit,” why “frentimacy” matters, and what to do when old friendships shift in new seasons. Misty shares her journey from single mom and nonprofit founder to remarried coach and mentor, offering hope and practical strategies for cultivating meaningful, life-giving relationships.Whether you’re a new mom feeling isolated, navigating shifting seasons of connection, or simply craving deeper friendships, this conversation will encourage you to show up with courage, clarity, and grace.✨ Key Topics:Why loneliness can be a sign of capacity for deeper connectionThe “frentimacy” concept and how to find your core threeGrieving friendship changes without shameBalancing friendships and marriageThe power of mentorship and couple-to-couple friendshipsBrave first steps to strengthen connection todayIf this episode encouraged you, be sure to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who means a lot to you. 💛