Alone at kids party today

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Just got home from a 2 year old party at their house. I knew a few people but everyone else had someone else to speak to like partner or family member. I sat on my own pretty much the whole time keeping an eye on DS. He was actually being the devil child today, he normally is sweet but he is teething and tired. It was embarrassing he was screaming at others, throwing tantrums. I thought today would be a great chance to talk to other adults and my DS to play with other children. How wrong I was!
I feel so awful and down now

Ah, bless you. It's shit, isn't it? Honestly, it happens to everyone. Try to shake it off and don't take it personally cause I'm sure it wouldn't have been. 🍰 ☕️

Thanks. Yea really rubbish. I've had a little cry lol.
To top it off my flip flop broke too! Today wasn't my day! Ha!

Just felt like I had a sign over my head saying single mum with a bratty child! 😂

The older he gets the more he will play with other kids in these situations and you'll be able to chat to other adults. I know that doesn't make today any better though!

You shouldn't feel crap... the others at the party should. Who the hell doesn't go over to a parent on their own and say "Hi!". I'm not great at being chatty but I couldn't in good conscience leave someone out. Sorry you've had a shit day.

Thanks, the host of the party didn't even try to include me which was a bit sad but oh well. Feeling a bit better now after a good cry

It’s gets easier honestly . It won’t be long before one parent uses it as a chance to catch up on something x

If it's any help I always feel like a complete odd ball at any social event but mainly at school gates and at any child's birthday party. But it must suck totally when your child is off on a mission to destruction.
I don't suppose you know about Gingerbread.org.uk do you? I'm sure you already do, but it might be good to meet others single parents locally. May be a source of info, fun and support. Don't want to be a patronising cow so sorry if it's coming over that way.