32. Modern Mom Friendship Probs [WITH TARA CLARK] - Part 1

In this episode of the Socially Delightful Podcast, Jewel sits down with Tara Clark—founder of Modern Mom Probs, author, speaker, and content creator. Tara opens up about her journey from working in social media at Nickelodeon to launching an Instagram account that transformed into a thriving community for moms worldwide. Together, Jewel and Tara explore the power of online friendships, the importance of scheduling time for connection, and how to avoid the social media time-suck. Tara also shares how she’s used humor, genuine engagement, and supportive “ride-or-die” chats to lift other creators and moms along the way. Whether you’re a parent, creator, or someone seeking meaningful connections, this episode is packed with insights on building an authentic online (and offline) village.

What You'll Learn:

How Tara founded Modern Mom Probs to fill a gap for authentic mom connections The role of “ride-or-die” group chats in jumpstarting supportive friendships Strategies for balancing screen time and creativity without burnout Why scheduling regular “friend calls” can bring energy and restoration The importance of bringing your community with you in your success

In this episode:

00:00– Introduction to Tara Clark and Modern Mom Probs 05:00 – The Power of Community & Online Friendships 14:00 – Scheduling Friend Calls & Combatting Social Isolation 20:00 – Screen Time Overload & Tips for Authentic Connection

Connect with Tara Clark:

Website: ModernMomProbs.com Instagram: @ModernMomProbs

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