To hide from mums & babies groups

[kiggenpaws]

My DD is 9 weeks old & I haven't yet ventured out to any sort of baby group, because the idea of walking into a room where I know no one terrifies me. The idea of meeting other parents appeals but I'm very, very shy, always have been, and struggle to make social conversation. It's ridiculous because my job involves meetings with people all day every day, but that's different, that's work.

I've enquired about joining a baby massage group, although it's taken me 3 weeks to work myself up to that, as I can just do the massage & leave if I want. But baby stay & play I can't face!

The point is, I don't want to disadvantage DD by not taking her to this type of thing. Do you think I would be? Any help/advice would be gratefully received!

Get you! That's fantastic, well done. If you don't like any of the classes you can always leave. That is so brave of you, what a wonderful mother you are.

I was exactly the same as you this time last week OP! Funnily enough my DD was 9 weeks then too, must be the tipping point

I bit the bullet and went to a mum and baby group and it was actually quite enjoyable! I was convinced no one would talk to me but I wasn't the only first timer and everyone was so friendly. When I got home I then booked loads of courses and activities for every day because it made such a difference to my mood having something to do. I don't think it makes much difference to DD being sociable but she does now get tired out more and sleeps better during the day!

Hope you enjoy your classes!