Things New Moms Feel About Friendships
Having a new baby at home can be such a wonderful time in your life for so many different reasons. The excitement of watching your little bundle of joy do just about anything is overwhelming and some days it feels like you just can’t get enough. But then the yearning for adult interaction starts to creep in and you might start to feel a little lonely. There are many things new moms think and feel about friendships after having a baby, and they are all normal. Let’s take a look at some common thoughts new moms have and how to manage them in a healthy way.
New moms might not feel close to their friends anymore
Depending where you and your friends are in your life stages, it might be hard to connect with your friends after having a baby. You might be the only one in your friend group with a baby, or maybe several of you are all just trying to survive the new baby phase at the same time. True friendships will last as long as you continue putting forth effort into them. Even a simple daily text message will keep the connection there until you have more time and energy to devote to your friendships.
New moms might be saddened by a loss of social life that they loved
Becoming a new mom is a big life change and that comes with some shifts in the way we lead our lives. It’s always hard to go through a change, especially when it means giving up something you love. But just because you had a baby doesn’t mean you can never go out or have to completely give up your social life. Continue to make plans to do the things you enjoyed before the baby came along, even if it means you can’t do it as frequently. It’s important to keep doing the things you love even after becoming a new mom.
New moms might feel like they can’t relate to anyone
Motherhood can be incredibly isolating. Many people who haven’t gone through the experience of having a baby find the whole thing unrelatable. You might find yourself feeling like you’re the only one who is going through what you’re going through, and that simply isn’t the case. Try to find other moms to talk to so you can feel supported and justified in your feelings. Just remember that there have been billions of moms before you and most of them have dealt with the same things you are right now.
New moms may be wondering how to have a baby and sustain important relationships
Having a new baby can feel all-consuming. You put so much time and effort into ensuring they are safe, cared for, and loved. But this is where balance comes into play. Allow the people you care about to continue being a part of your life with your new baby. More likely than not they will be eager and willing to help you out if you need it. Also, you are more than allowed to still have time for yourself away from being a new parent. Set time with your close friends and family to have a few hours to yourself and reconnect with the people you love.
