How to Build a Supportive Community for Work-at-Home Moms

Volunteer and Help Others: Enhance support networks by volunteering at your child's school or local charities. Helping others can boost your happiness and self-esteem.

Leverage Existing Networks: Expand on current mom networks within your organization. For instance, transform an email chain of moms exchanging baby gear into a digital channel for all working moms.

Engage in Faith-Based Communities: If you’re religious, starting a support group at your church or place of worship can be invaluable. You can organize prayer gatherings or casual meet-ups.

Utilize Social Media: Platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram are excellent for connecting with like-minded working moms.

Join Community Organizations: Participating in local organizations offers opportunities to meet other working parents and gain insights for balancing work and family.

Virtual Check-ins and Special Gatherings: Regular text messages, phone calls, or video chats, and occasional special gatherings like "Mom’s Night Out" help keep connections strong.

Connect with Veteran Moms at Work: Introducing yourself to experienced moms in your workplace can provide valuable insights. This strategy is highlighted by WeWork.

Join Local Listservs or Slack Channels: These platforms are thriving in parent communities and offer a wealth of information for working moms. 

Talk to Human Resources: Many companies have resource groups that connect employees in similar circumstances.

Attend Local Mom Events: Attending or planning local events helps connect with other working mothers.

The Mom Project: Platforms like The Mom Project offer exclusive resources, job search advice, and opportunities to network at virtual events.

Join Online Platforms: Websites and social media groups designed for remote-working moms offer a vibrant community. Platforms like Lattes and Laptops are ideal for meeting fellow moms and sharing insights.

Explore Networking Options: Conduct searches for “remote work community” or “work from home community” on platforms like LinkedIn Groups or Facebook communities.

Embrace the Power of Community: Remote work communities offer a place to find advice, inspiration, and potential collaborators.