DD starting school-but *I* feel like the new girl!

[SchoolsOut]

Just had schools admissions meeting at DD's new school.

HATE anything like this. Sat there feeling like the new girl. Tried to make conversation but couldn't open my mouth. Almost thought I hate this so much why have I had a child to put myself through this torure.

I'm not normally THAT shy although I don't really like new situations but I found it totally overwhelming and stressful.

Can't stand the thought that I am going to have to stand at the school gate and make small talk-just want to run away.

The thought that I might get roped into any school activities makes me want to vomit. Totally terrifying!

Just feel so shy and nervous and feel like everyone will be judging me and I won't make friends (how pathetic is that?)

Did anyone else feel scared/nervous/anxous when their DC started school?

Don't panic - I'm sure it will be OK. Once your dc starts school you will find a few like-minded mums to chat to. As for being 'roped-in', you don't have to!

I think most of the mums here have felt like that.

You will usually find that your children will make your friends for you.

DD has changed school 3 times and i hated being 'the new mum' each time, but i have made some wonderful friends from it.

As for getting roped in, if you dont volunteer you wont get roped in. They dont force you to help.

On DC first day i'm sure there will be a whole class of parents feeling the same as you do.
good luck