Recent data from Stats Canada reveals a dramatic drop in day-to-day social interactions among Canadians, from nearly half seeing friends daily in 1986 to less than one in five by 2022. This isn't just a story of individuals feeling left out; it's an unfolding societal crisis with deep roots in our economic and cultural systems. Increased time pressure, rising anxiety, and shrinking opportunities for meaningful connection are fueling a loneliness epidemic across the country.

Motherhood is often painted as the pinnacle of womanhood, an inevitable milestone that society expects women to embrace. From a young age, girls are socialized with the idea that having children is not only normal but necessary to live a fulfilling life. Yet, for many women, particularly those who are late-diagnosed ADHD and Autistic, this journey can be far more complex, isolating, and overwhelming than they were ever prepared for.