Hi I'm new to mumsnet so bear with me! I'm expecting my first baby at the end of August :) My husband has a job in Cheltenham, we're relocating from London. I'm 30.
First we'll be in Stroud to stay with (childless, also newish to area) friends while we look for somewhere to rent. It's a bit overwhelming! Never had a baby, never spent anytime in Chelt or Stroud. Where to choose? And then...What areas are best?! We're renting so being near a good school is not a priority for us for the first years. Like the outdoorsy lifestyle in the warmer months but terrified of not having much to do if I do opt to live out of the way a bit. We're hard working types, done a lot of travel, not middle class but not chavvy or completely alternative punks either. I do like the idea of Stroud but worried there will not be enough to do with a little baby in tow. If I was in chelt I could easily meet my husband after work for a drink for example...
Would like to meet friendly like minded people and non judgemental first time mums winging it like I know I will be! On mumsnet I've seen people raving how great Stroud is and a mixed bag about Cheltenham...