I'm a brand spanking new single 22 year old mom looking for other single moms to talk to and/or hang out with. When I found out I was pregnant last April, my so-called "friends" were quick to judge and basically stopped talking to me. Although I do still have a few friends that I keep in touch with, its really hard for them to relate to my situation. So, I'd really like to meet some other single moms to talk to and maybe hang out with.... anyone have any suggestions??
"Family is not an important thing, its everything." - Michael J. Fox
Yes, contact the hospital
Yes, contact the hospital where your baby was born - if it's near you now - and ask about Mommy & Me classes. They're usually taught by a nurse and meet once a week to talk about baby issues. That's where I met some wonderful new friends, and you may find that it doesn't matter if they're single or not.
Thats a fantastic idea! And
Thats a fantastic idea! And luckily the hospital is only a few blocks from me. Thanks so much!!
"Family is not an important thing, its everything." - Michael J. Fox
My sister works at our local
My sister works at our local hospital and said they also have similar classes and meeting for single parents. It's definitely a great place to meet new people. Well I hope everyone has a great mothers day this sunday
Well im not single anymore,
Well im not single anymore, but i was for a long time. Ive been through alot of issues most 22yr old dont go through ( btw im also 22) and I have 2 kids now, so anytime u wanna chat, feel free to contact me if you like!msn/email:memoriesfaded@hotmail.com
Whether you are single or
Whether you are single or not, you should try and find "new" friends with children. I'm 30 but had my son at 18 and my daughter at 22 and 1 thing I found out quickly both times was that mom's with kids were better friends than my friends who didn't have any (more understanding if you couldn't go out because your child is sick, your house is messy, how important keeping "dates" were because you had to schedule sitters). In fact from that time, I only kept 2 friends with no kids, one still doesn't have any, the other one has 2 boys.
I definitly agree the mommy and me classes are a great idea as well as maybe contacting the city you live in for "community programs" that you might be able to meet other moms at. The use to have Single Parent's Association but I'm not sure if they do anymore.
"It's not to late to become who you've always wanted to be..."
Its so strange... I live in
Its so strange... I live in Downtown Phoenix where you'd think they'd have lots of programs like that since theres all these historic districts, but everywhere I look everything seems to go on in the FAR east valley or FAR west valley. Its kind of frustrating! ha!
"Family is not an important thing, its everything." - Michael J. Fox
are there any other moms in
are there any other moms in your neighborhood...I remember moving here and a mom quickly noticed I had kids and invited me to join a playgroup....only problem is I worked and they didn't, so joining didn't work out for me. But it is amazing how moms reach out to each other.
There are a few moms in the
There are a few moms in the neighborhood but like you said, they all stay at home during the day and thats when they get together. I seem them all out walking with each other in the mornings as I'm leaving to drop off my son at daycare wishing I could join them!
"Family is not an important thing, its everything." - Michael J. Fox
Hi, I am not single - but my
Hi,
I am not single - but my husband is away on business sooooo much that I might as well be a single mom. I have a 9 month old baby girl. I'd love to meet and hang out some time. My email is dulaneygroup@yahoo.com if you'd like to get in touch. :-)
Maybe you should check out
Maybe you should check out this "Connect With Moms" section of the Project Working Mom site here: http://www.elearners.com/projectworkingmom/connect-with-moms.asp?name=cw...
It won't necessarily lead you to other people in your area, but you will find a few interesting articles, some really touching success stories, as well as a link to the Project Working Mom community. Virtual moms to talk to might help along with finding moms in your area. :-)
Hi, Im 24yrs old and Im not
Hi, Im 24yrs old and Im not a single mom either but Id like to have a friend who I can connect with. Let me know if you want to chat or hang out, my email is msako143@aol.com
Hey i am totally down for
Hey i am totally down for play dates my son is 5 but loves babies and i am always bored too! Email me Angelbaybe2843@aol.com
I am also a single mom with
I am also a single mom with a 3 year old boy so i can relate. Anyway let me know if you want to chat or get together for a playdate. mselle480@yahoo.com
I am sorry that your friends
I am sorry that your friends were quick to judge... I was pregnant at 17 and it was my choice to not keep in contact with my friends at that time. I then went to college and made great friends, who, still, today, dont have kids but they understand that I have one and cant do all the things they want me to do with them.
I dont have a large amount of friends, but those that I do have, understand that I have a child and we see each other when I can and email and text a lot.
discussion leader, mom of an 11 year old girl. At this time, she is trying to make it work between raising her and having a full time job!
I know how you feel. I'm 21
I know how you feel. I'm 21 and I have two kids, so I know how hard it is and how lonely it can get. Feel free to email me anytime! nancyr2604@yahoo.com
I agree that it is hard to
I agree that it is hard to make new friends when you are a single mom. I'm sorry that your friends judged you for that. I feel that was wrong for them to do. I am single fairly new mom at the age of 35. My son is 18 months old and my circle of friends is extremely small since I had my son. If you are interested in chatting you can email me at averyjade@hotmail.com
It seems like there are a
It seems like there are a lot of gals out there with great advice and support, you can add me to the list! jenny.edmondson@yahoo.com. I too am having a hard time making single mom friends, especially on the weekends when invitations go without response or 9 out of 10 get cancelled. Do I seem bitter? LOL:)
Add me to the list too...I
Add me to the list too...I am also a new 22 year old single mom...my son was born in April of this year. I live in Mesa but would love to meet some more single moms! It seems that most of my friends stopped inviting me to things while I was pregnant because I couldnt do much...and since Ive had him they havnt started inviting me again so I guess thats that...You really find out who your true friends are when life changing events happen! :) My email is royalt_04_21@yahoo.com
I am in a similar situation,
I am in a similar situation, I am 23 with a 2 year old boy. There really are no resources in my area that I am able to participate in. I have to work 3 jobs to make ends meet. It's difficult to explain to 'friends' why you don't want to go out and spend $15 on a movie because you will need that cash later for diapers and you can not just buy junk and eat whenever, they have to be healthy, we have totally different lifestyles.
I enjoy meeting other mom's at the park. It is a good spot to chat with other mom's and the children to able to socialize, not to mention it's free :)
Anyway best of luck, if you ever want to chat my email is brandygirl_1229@yahoo.com