Episode notes
Becoming a parent doesn’t just change you—it changes the way you connect with everyone else around you. In this episode of Parenting Unplugged, we dive into the often-overlooked social shifts that come with life after baby. From friendships that fade to new communities that form, we get real about how parenthood reshapes your relationships.
You’ll hear about:
- The surprising grief of losing old friendships or growing apart
- Navigating tricky boundaries with extended family and in-laws
- Finding—or struggling to find—your “village” in early parenthood
- The awkwardness (and loneliness) of mismatched life stages with friends
- Why your social battery changes, and how to protect it guilt-free
- Building new connections through baby groups, online communities, and beyond
- Dealing with uns ...
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