Lonely living overseas, tips?

[Bluecroc]

I’m 11 weeks tomorrow, living overseas. We haven’t told anyone yet, I’m waiting for my 13 wk scan to make sure everything is fine.

I’m currently feeling anxious and lonely, every time I think about home I cry. I’m up in the night anxious and lonely and turn up early to go to work.

I’ve been reflecting on my friendships here and I don’t feel like I have a true, loyal friend I can confide in. I have lots of friends to go drinking with but not for this stage of my life.

My boyfriend is stressed at work right now (he’s having a huge month) so I feel like he’s not supporting me the best as he feels anxious too.

I’ve downloaded the peanut app to try and meet new people but I’m pretty nervous and apprehensive about it.

I feel like it’s only me right now reading up about all pregnancy things which is adding to the loneliness. I’m hoping when my boyfriend is less busy at work he can prioritise the pregnancy more. He doesn’t know what’s happening with my body.

Just looking for some general advice, does this feeling pass? Can anyone relate?

Yes, It is tough being overseas and not having any local friends and pregnant too. But you do have a dp and a job which is great.
You could try getting involved in local groups or clubs of some kind to meet new and future mums. Do you have a hobby or a special interest? Be resourceful, there are certainly other young women out there who would appreciate your friendship. Ask at the hospital, what about a local Brits Abroad group? Good luck.