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. 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!  Timestamp Summary | 0:00  | Planning Girls' Nights Out and Trips for Busy Moms | 5:37  | The Power of Novel Experiences and Good Deeds in Friendships | 8:09  | Reasons and Ideas for Planning Girls' Trips and Celebrations | 12:04  | Creating a Supper Club for Trying New Recipes with Friends | 13:05  | Planning Meaningful Trips and Overcoming Challenges | 17:24  | Tips for Planning a Successful Girls' Trip | 23:55  | Custom Gifts and Meaningful Celebrations for Milestone Birthdays | 27:51  | Creating Lasting Memories Through Photo Books and Girls Trips Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids! If you like what you hear please rate and review the podcast, hit subscribe, and pass it along to a friend. Making tomorrow even better than today, Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne PS... Don't forget to follow us! Instagram Facebook Tik Tok