I've actually done much better than I expected in terms of making "mum friends", I even quite enjoy the company.
What I did not anticipate, perhaps stupidly, was the overstimulation from being touched/talked at/demanded of all day long! My twins are 4, and it goes without saying that I absolutely adore them. But my god. All the classic things - not being able to use the toilet in peace, not being able to concentrate to reply to a simple WhatsApp message until they're in bed, not being able to keep on top of, well, anything. I just crave a few moments of peace! I just snapped horribly at everyone because I was trying to cook dinner and burnt myself due to being asked 6 different questions and trying not to step on anyone. DH has now taken them out for a walk, so I'm taking this opportunity to vent on here! Unfortunately he does usually wait until boiling point to give me a break, as he's nervous taking the twins out by himself (I know!!) He isn't much help when we're all at home, because they will just walk straight past him to come and find me.
I do feel better for getting all that off my chest! I also know it's not just an introvert thing. I think it makes it harder though, as I've always needed lots of alone time and now I don't really get any. A week on a desert island is sounding amazing at the moment 😫