So I have a 19 month old little boy who is my world, I'm in a committed relationship with my partner of 4 years. On Friday we found out we're expecting our second after we suffered a 'pregnancy of unknown location back in November' and this time around im scared as hell.
I'm worried about things financially as things are already tight as it is.
I fight loneliness every single day as I honestly have no friends, and at the moment I'm just in my head alot with the loneliness.
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First of all congratulations! And second of all... I feel you and I am sorry for your previous loss. I just had a baby in January and was terrified due to lack of good maternity care in my area...I bring this up because in the end it all worked out and I wish I had stayed calm. I wish I had meditated and done breathing exercises, rather than worry all the time! Also my husband was so calm and supportive but damn I am sure he worried about me. That said real friendship take years to build and require shared experiences, shared values and trust. Very hard to find these days.
My advice...do not look for friends at all. Look for connection through book clubs, or classes like cooking classes or craft or art classes or mom groups...start virtually then locally.
Remember your partner is overwhelmed too. Lean on a trusted therapist so that you do not overwhelm eachother.
Friendships should be light and happy. Talk to a trusted therapist for the heavy stuff and find moms to have fun light hearted chats with