We are 100% certain that we could all use a little more girlfriend time to make this season of life more fun and more memorable. But sometimes getting a group of women together can be a little tricky, especially now. In this episode of Life after Kids, we unpack the enriching world of planning and enjoying girls' nights out and girls' trips. We share a few laughs and tackle the common challenges women face in making time for female friendships, offering practical tips and strategies to foster those much-needed connections.
The doctors underscore the importance of regular get-togethers, highlighting how these gatherings can combat feelings of isolation and provide much-needed respite from daily routines. They discuss the logistical hurdles typically encountered, such as coordinating schedules and battling mom guilt, and suggest realistic frequencies for meetups - once a quarter for a night out and annually for a trip. Dr. Lynn emphasizes, "With women, it's a little bit tricky. And it doesn't mean that they don't like you or don't want to spend time with you."
Key Takeaways:
• Create a Rhythm: Plan for realistic intervals such as quarterly girls' nights out and annual trips to build anticipation and regular connection.
• Combine Purposes: Enhance the appeal of gatherings by combining social time with a good deed, milestone celebration, or novel experience.
• Be Flexible with Invitations: Plan events and invite everyone but proceed without waiting for everyone's availability to align.
• Practical Planning Tips: Utilize group texts, e-vites, or a private Facebook group to organize events efficiently and share responsibilities among group members.
• Capture Moments: Assign a group photographer and create keepsakes like photo books or themed gifts to make the memories last longer.
We cannot stress enough the importance of regular get-togethers with your gal pals, as these gatherings can combat feelings of isolation and provide much-needed respite from daily routines. Listen to the full episode of Life after Kids to hear more about the logistical hurdles typically encountered, such as coordinating schedules and battling mom guilt, because when it comes to mom guilt, the struggle is real. And that’s one of the most beautiful things about this phase of life, we can finally let go of mom guilt and take more time for ourselves and our friends!
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ABOUT LIFE AFTER KIDS : We’re Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne, best friends and cofounders of Life after Kids, a community for midlife women seeking to make the next phase of life the best yet, with more meaning and purpose, better health, emotional balance, and natural beauty. Dr. Brooke has been working with women for over 20 years to help them live a healthier more emotionally balanced life. She has 8 years of college education, with a 4 year degree in biology and a doctorate degree. She specializes in health and wellness and has over 500 education hours in applied clinical nutrition with a focus on women's health, hormones, and digestion. She is also trained in The Enneagram. Dr. Lynne is co owner of a large health & wellness facility in the Midwest, and has been working with clients for over 20 years. She has 8 years of college education with a bachelors degree in biology & a doctorate degree. Dr. Lynne is a certified Gallup Strength Finders Coach, and she is trained in The Enneagram. She helps women understand themselves better so they can live a more meaningful, vibrant life.
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