Welcome to the Mom Squad: Rookie Moms, Meet Your Veteran MVP

Partner Up with Your Very Own Trusted Veteran Mom Friend for the Ultimate Parenting Game Plan

Congratulations, rookie mom! You’ve officially joined the most elite team around—The Mom Squad. Your uniform? A shirt stained with last night’s dinner and snack crumbs still stuck in your hair. Your game plan? Survival. But don’t worry, because every great team has its MVPs, and in motherhood, those MVPs are the veteran moms. They’ve been through it all—sleepless nights, tantrums, diaper blowouts—and they’re here to help you get through the craziest game of your life with grace and humor.

Meet Your Teammates

Think of veteran moms as your personal coaches, here to guide you through the highs and lows of this never-ending season. They’ve played every position on the field, taken all the hits, and can still offer you solid game-day advice. They’ll show you how to pack a diaper bag that could rival an emergency kit, teach you the fine art of the "mom look," and remind you that you’re never as alone as it might feel at 3 a.m. when your cluster feeding and/or replaying your crazy day in your head.

These seasoned pros are not just your sideline support; they’re your lifeline. They’re the ones who remind you that motherhood is a team sport, and when you feel like you're failing, they’ll be there to cheer you on, offer a helping hand, or even just show up with coffee in one hand and chocolate in the other. With a veteran mom on your team, you can tackle whatever challenges come your way—and laugh about it afterward.

Find Your Village, Lean On Your Friends

One of the best parts of motherhood? Discovering your "mom village." These are your people—your confidantes, your lifesavers, and your partners in crime. They get it because they’re living it too: the sleepless nights, the laundry piles, the endless snack demands. Your mom village doesn’t just give you advice on potty training or bedtime routines; they lift you up when you feel like the world’s weight is on your shoulders.

Whether you’re sending frantic texts about whether a rash is normal, or you just need someone to listen while you vent about toddler meltdowns, your village is there. And guess what? They need you, too. None of us are meant to do this alone. So, open up, lean on your friends, and you’ll realize that everyone else is trying to figure it out, too. Together, we can make motherhood feel less like an impossible marathon and more like a relay race, where we’re all passing the baton, sharing the load, and cheering each other on.

My Motherhood MVP—Emily

I could never talk about my motherhood journey without giving a heartfelt shoutout to my veteran mom mentor, Emily. She's been there for me through everything—literally, everything. We grew up together, survived proms and homecomings, stood by each other’s side at our weddings, and had her daughter as my flower girl. But motherhood? That’s where our bond truly became unbreakable.

Emily has been my go-to through every stage of motherhood. She’s godmother to one of my daughters, just as I am to hers, and we’ve shared all the highs and lows—from morning sickness and late-night feedings to navigating dairy allergies and finding the best diaper rash cream. Her advice? Always spot-on. Her hand-me-downs? Lifesaving. Her friendship? Priceless.

We live 1,300 miles and two time zones apart, but the distance hasn’t made a dent in our connection. Whether we’re texting at odd hours about product recommendations or FaceTiming through a toddler meltdown, Emily is always there, offering guidance and comfort. Our bond will never be broken, and I truly would not be the mom I am today without her by my side. If you’re a rookie mom, take it from me: find your own Emily, because a veteran mom bestie is the real MVP of this crazy game we call motherhood.

So welcome to the squad, mama. You’re not alone, and with the right team behind you, you’ll thrive. Here's to surviving, thriving, and laughing along the way!