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January 2012 Moms
Friendship changes
I may be paranoid but I feel as though my friendship with some people - especially non-moms - have changed. It could be the time of year (busy holiday season) or just that I'm super sensitive lately. But I feel like I've been distant from some people. I don't think it's abnormal, though, for friends to drift a little during a pregnancy or having a baby.
For example, I don't go out late or to clubs like before (and can't drink) so I'm not doing those activities with friends like before the pregnancy. And I'm tire a lot plus getting ready for little one so it's harder to relate.
Has anyone felt this? Anyone dealt with trying to stay close with friends while going through such a big life change?
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Re: Friendship changes
My BFF, who's a mom, has become more distant since I've been pg. She wasn't even excited when I told her I was pg. I think it may be because she's jealous that I'm having a baby and she can't have another one until her living situation changes. It might also be because I'm having a girl and she really wanted a girl but had a boy. I'm not sure but I miss her. It sucks but I can't do anything about it. I'm hoping things will turn around once I have the baby but who knows.
Ditto what you said about going out and going to clubs-- and not being able to drink. Especially since I'm pretty young and that's ALL my friends are into... Can't say I blame them, I guess.
I will say that at first everyone was all for the idea of having me as designated driver, but after a few nights out with five screaming drunk chicks at 4 AM, this pregnant chick couldn't take any more! LOL
That part is HORRIBLE!! I now feel bad for all the sober people who have ever had to tolerate my drunk a$$!
As far as friends go, my two closest friends don't have kids yet, but one of them LOVES kids and I have a feeling she'll be around a lot more now
The other is awkward with kids but she's been really good about it so far!! The rest of my friends all have kids and I can't wait to have play dates with them!