One of the hardest things about being a mom of two under two is having a social life. I have just started trying to add one to my never ending to-do list.
Monday nights I go to Beer Yoga. It’s a great way to start my week! I definitely encourage adding gym time to your priorities; however, I know it’s not always feasible. This class is just an hour long, and includes social time and drinking.
Wednesday mornings I take my sons to playgroup. I know that a two year old doesn’t really understand group play just yet, at least mine doesn’t, but this is a great way to teach him. My three month old doesn’t get much out of it. I think it’s nice to see the other moms and trade our top secret parenting tricks.
I try to have a mom date every Friday. Last Friday, I did a girls night. Another mom and I went to the local Mexican restaurant and had drinks. It was so great to relax. This morning I have a coffee date.
It took me nine months to start these three activities. Don’t let it get you down if it takes more than a week to grow a social life. Being a mom means that non-parent people may not want to hang out with you, other parents will judge you, and everybody is watching your kid. Choose your friends wisely but don’t be too picky about activities away from your kids! You’ll never know what may peak your interest.
From a Person to Mom 