Friendship

What Makes a Great Mum Friend Group (And How to Build One)

Some friend groups fade. Some last 30 years. The difference isn't luck — it's a few specific habits.

By Bloom · 5 min read

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What lasting friend groups have in common

1. A rhythm

The strongest groups meet up on a recurring schedule. Once a month, once a quarter — but reliably. Without rhythm, life eats friendship.

2. A core size of 3-6

Bigger than two = more resilient when life gets busy. Smaller than seven = scheduling stays possible.

3. Shared activities, not just talking

Doing things together creates new memories and shared identity. Talk-only friendships drift faster.

4. Distributed leadership

No single organiser carries everything. Different people lead at different times.

5. Low-stakes contact between meet-ups

A meme in the group chat. A birthday text. Tiny touches keep warmth alive.

How to build this from scratch

You probably already have the people. What's missing is the system. Bloom is the system: voting, scheduling, rotation. The friendship part is up to you.

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