Silly, but I am SO nervous about Parents Night

joy143dh

I know this is stupid, but I'm seriously nervous.  BD's school is having a parents night for the parents of kids 'graduating' to Preschool.  I realize this is just preschool, I'm just nervous about the other moms... I've said Hi to them in passing, one mom in particular I've had a few convos with, but will they like me? Because if they don't like me, will BD be invited to things?   Did anyone else feel this way or I'm just being overly insecure?

Mrs.Tony

We have one coming up for DD's preschool. I sometimes feel that way when I pick her up on Fridays. I haven't really chatted with any of them but feel like they all know each other so they are always chatting. My DD plays with two little girls and I have talked to one of the moms but that was briefly. I definitely feel out of the loop as a working mom who only comes one day a week to pick her up.

Katesmama

I totally have these thoughts.  K isn't even in preschool yet (she starts this week) and I'm already all worried if she'll be part of the popular crowd and if the parents don't like me will K suffer. 
Growing up it seemed that all the popular kids had involved "cool" parents.  My mom was to lazy to take part in my school activities. 
It's nice to hear that I'm not the only person that has these thoughts. 
I'm sure we're both being irrational about the whole thing.....I hope....
Good luck tonight!!!

sugarp

I feel this way all the time, so you're not alone:) Actually, I think most of the parents feel this way. If you're anything like me, these get togethers are a little overwhelming b/c you haven't had much time to get to know the other parents, so obviously you're thinking, "are they going to like me? Will I fit in?, etc"  I have been through this type of thing numerous times (my DD is 11 and my DS is 8,my other DD is 3 and in preschool, and last but not least, my DS who's 2) so lots of parent nights, back to school nights, etc.) and I have to say, each time I get a little less nervous b/c there WILL be moms that like you. And the ones that don't really give you the time of day? They're probably just shy or nervous too! Of course, there will also be the snarky mom or two, but I just ignore them. Listen, you WILL make friends and your child will get invited to things:) Try not to let it get to you and have a glass of wine before going to relax you a bit:) Hope you have fun!

joy143dh

Thanks ladies ~ I feel better knowing it's not just me.  Sugar, pregame wine is a great idea. 

Also, DH is going to try to go, but I almost feel like it would be better if he didn't... going stag may give me a better chance to meet the other moms.   Gawd, I hope they don't do some weird ice-breaker game.  [[[getting more nervous]]]]]