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Feel alone

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MummaW88 · 04/05/2020 12:09

Not really sure what I’m hoping to achieve by writing this but need to get it out of my system.

LO is 4 months old now, and I adore her. We’re on this lockdown with my husband, and I know I’m very fortunate to have a healthy family who are safe together at home.

But I can’t help feeling really lonely. My husband is working from home and very busy with that, so although he’s here during the day we can’t really spend time together. Being a new(ish) mum is hard although I love it. But I don’t really hear from anyone anymore. I make effort to contact friends and family but I don’t get much response.

My so-called best friend disappeared out of my life while I was still pregnant (I think me being pregnant was an inconvenience to her as I could no longer be at her beck and call). I’ve never really had a huge group of friends, but at least before the lockdown I would meet up with friends who have children for coffee/play dates etc. Family has started losing interest a bit before the lockdown as the “new baby” phase had worn off Hmm but it’s even worse now, no one really bothers to call/text to ask how the baby is doing or how I am for that matter.

Just feel like my life has turned into one big pointless monotonous thing. Like no one really cares all that much. Being a new mum can be lonely at the best of times but this has all made it 100x worse Sad

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sleepismysuperpower1 · 04/05/2020 12:12

I'm sorry your friends and family haven't been more supportive, especially during this time with you reaching out to them. Try googling 'virtual baby classes in area'. Some baby groups are holding zoom classes online, which would allow you to meet other mums (albeit virtually) and have a chat with people who feel the same as you. If you say your rough area, we could have a look for you.

all the best x

MummaW88 · 04/05/2020 12:58

Thank you @sleepismysuperpower1 I’m in in the Essex area. X

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sleepismysuperpower1 · 04/05/2020 14:15

ok, if you search 'baby sign groups' there are a few that come up, however you will need to enter your postcode to find one close to you. I would also download the 'mush' app, which is specifically for mums who want to meet new people x

ComfyCosyGood · 04/05/2020 15:04

Hi OP,

I just made a post similar to yours and @sleepismysuperpower1 linked this thread for me! I'm in the Essex area too and have a 1 year old DS. I'm also feeling very alone as a single parent. I'm here if you want to talk Thanks

MummaW88 · 04/05/2020 19:38

Thank you @sleepismysuperpower1 x

And thank you @ComfyCosyGood I haven’t really used mumsnet much before, can you direct message on here? X

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ComfyCosyGood · 04/05/2020 20:53

On the app, unfortunately not but you can on the actual website! Feel free to send me a message, I completely understand how you're feeling Thanks

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