Melissa Wirt experienced profound loneliness while miscarrying, prompting her to seek community support. Despite moving to a quieter farm setting, she found herself isolated and without the deep relationships needed in times of crisis. Her feelings resonated with a widespread issue, as a national survey revealed that many parents feel lonely and disconnected. Wirt's journey led her to write a book, 'I Was Told There'd Be a Village', aiming to inspire connection among parents facing similar struggles.
I realized something is not OK here - and I realized I didn't have anybody I had deep enough relationships with to call in those moments and talk about what I was going through.
Even in a culture where we are more digitally connected than ever, moms in particular are reporting (and some not reporting) that they feel lonely.
I leaned on the idea that I felt lonely and started to figure out how I could change that.
79% wish they could connect with other parents outside of work and home responsibilities.
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