I have nobody in my life I can emotionally rely on

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Aside from Mumsnet I have nobody to rely on for emotional support. Just a chat and somebody who cares about me enough to be there.

I'm such a saddo.

What the fuck do I do? I'm so lonely and starting to feel anxious as looking after and caring for my severely disabled child is really starting to take it's toll.

My Son is lovely and pleasant but rocks a lot in one spot and communicates with me by his breathing, smiles, low growly tones and hand gestures.

How old is your son, can the school suggest any support groups you could go to either with him or by yourself when he's at school?

My Son is fifteen. I will ask school.

What about school events, you could get involved with helping with those, ask if they need volunteers, at least you'll be meeting other people and talking to grown ups that way, maybe even making new friends!

Fucking hell I just cried! That is good for me, letting it out.

tARA Do you think I could ask other schools with special needs children if they would consider me as a volunteer? My only experience is with my Son...

Are you working?

Of course you can ask, your knowledge will be invaluable.
And they can only say no if they already have enough can't they?

Dunno if you've already seen this, but might be a way of seeing if there are any other mums near to you

www.parentsofdisabledchildren.co.uk

No. I'm not doing anything. Too scared but need to change this and put myself out there.

Local gym or swimming club, get on nodding terms with other regulars and maybe go for a coffee afterwards?

Sole, yes, do that - and also, is there a School Association/PTA you could join? They always seem to be looking for more people - and every time I've helped at an event, it's been a few hours of pouring squash and stuff in intervals, and then sitting around drinking wine for a bit afterwards.

It's a nice way to be involved with the school (in a way which teenage DC probably won't object to, because it's behind the scenes ), and of meeting other parents - and of getting insider gossip on the place, too!

Don't cry - I think we all have 'fallow' patches in life where social stuff goes a bit quiet and we feel a bit alone. It'll pass x

Just asked a friend if I could go to hers for a bit tonight. she said yes! :) Although I try and avoid her as she is usually so negative but I just need to get out.

Of course!!

Local meet ups, fabulous idea preciousbane.

I live in Birmingham. Precious I am already on that board as FriendlychilledCarer but nothing happened. x

TheOriginal drinking wine at school! Really made me laugh. you naughty you are

You're all amazing and kind xx

Sammi thank you! :) I have also joined their FB page x

I feel better already. Phew!

This morning I felt I should go and see my GP as my Son is causing me to experience moderate anxiety. Not his fault but I need to discuss this with a professional and our GP is so lovely and understanding. I hardly see him more than twice in one year. I should learn better to ask for help and be honest about how I am feeling.

Well, I'm talking about at the end of the Year 7 Cheese and WIne evening... (for parents of y7s, I hasten to add, not the year 7s) - there was a surprising amount left over!

I'm really glad you're heading to your friend's - not quite so alone as you feel, maybe? I hope so.

If you're on benefits or a low income, can you get cheaper access to your swimming pool or health clubs via your GP?