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The 5 Types in Every Mom Friend Group
I’ve been in my share of mom friend groups over the last few years, and for some reason the types in each group stay constant. I mean, sure, we’re all different and special and unique and blahblahblah, but it still seems to happen, no matter what. Here are the types I’ve stumbled upon (I’ve even been all of these at one time or another):
The Counselor
You turn to this friend with your problems all the time. Like, ALL. THE. TIME. To be fair, she always seems to be ready and happy to listen. She always has coffee, tea, and time to tell you what you should be doing to fix your problems, whatever they may be. She may even be a hot mess herself, but she can be counted on regularly for great advice. A background in psychology is possible, but not necessary.
The Counselor somehow knows how to calm your kids down in ways you haven’t thought of, and these ways will magically work. They also have a way of talking to small children that makes you wish you could just send the kids to their house for the next few years. Sometimes, you feel like The Counselor may be judging you a little for your explosions when the kids get out of hand, but if she is, she’s kind enough not to mention it.
You can often turn to The Counselor for insight into another person’s reasons for their behavior, which is both impressive…
