The adage goes that it takes a village to raise a child. But for many new mothers, the support system they need isn't there. And for mothers far away from their immediate family or those who feel disconnected from their usual circle, motherhood can sometimes feel incredibly lonely.
New research from the motherhood community app Peanut has revealed that 89% of mothers feel that current social support systems are inadequate. And one in two women don't fully understand the importance of a solid support network until they experience motherhood first-hand.
