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Single, pregnant and just need a hug

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Happymummydays · 17/08/2023 11:14

I know nothing anyone can do. I was on my own from the start of my first pregnancy, he's now 2.5 years.

I'm pregnant with my second, and have been on my own from the start again. Both due to abuse.

I'm now 28 weeks and just need a hug. Not a man or a relationship, but just a human to wrap me up in a big bear hug while I sleep.

I've never been able to share my pregnancy, nobody to share in the journey, nobody to help, nobody to celebrate or cry with.

I feel so alone. Luckily my toddler is very Cuddly, but of course not the same.

I just don't even know what I'm asking for by writing this, maybe just getting it off my chest xx

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AluckyEllie · 17/08/2023 11:18

Oh bless you that sounds horrible. Do you have good friends around you (I know it’s not the same.) I have no advice, just sympathy. I’ve not thought about that before and just taken for granted- sharing each milestone together, someone to ask for advice or just to have around as security/back up.

Good luck on your pregnancy and congratulations, is your son excited to be a big brother?

Devilsmommy · 17/08/2023 11:18

So sorry you're feeling like this. Virtual hug to you, though I understand what you mean by needing a big cuddle from someone. Don't know how to help but please try and focus on the positives.byouve got a toddler and soon a beautiful new baby and you don't have an abusive shit hanging around to ruin everything. You're allowed to feel down but don't let it dominate everything. Hope someone comes along with better advice for you. Look after yourself and LO

Summer2424 · 17/08/2023 11:21

Hi @Happymummydays
Sending you a hug hun ❤
You're amazing to have done this on your own xx

coodawoodashooda · 17/08/2023 11:24

You are free to meet someone in your future. There are loads of unhugged adults who are trapped in relationships where they will never be hugged.

twoandcooplease · 17/08/2023 11:45

Awww love

This might sound really, really stupid as it sounds like you're needing human contact, but when I was alone during pregnancy I had a humungous pregnancy pillow that I cuddled when I was sad or upset. I think I loved it mostly because I would cry into it wrapped around me and it would make me fall asleep for a nap really fast. Gave me a break between cries and the overthinking baby worries

Have you had your most recent scan yet?

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