Hi Ladies,
My eldest daughter starts primary school in 2 weeks and I'm nervous for her but I'm also nervous for myself.
I'm a young mum (27 now) and moved about 40mins away when my daughter was born. I never went to mothers groups as I was scared of being judged (my own insecurities)
I have no friends. No friends with kids. No one to socialise with during the week whilst my husband is at work.
I really want to try and make some friends at my daughters new school.
I was wondering if any of you could please give me some tips of how to go about this?
I'm not shy nor am I outgoing. I'm just lonely.
Thankyou in advance xx
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After drop off onthe first day the school normally has a meeting with tissues for parents . Go along and have a chat with other mums.
Definitely agree with last comment but you will slowly get to know parents as I'm sure you'll get dragged along to meet her friends mums. Give it time have a cry just not in front of her
You will find you will have alot to do with the parents of the children your daughter will make friends with just give it alittle time
27 is a pretty average age, I was 22 when my daughter went to school so I doubt you'd be judged for your age.
Just say hi and go from there. You'll probably find a lot of other mothers are just like you and will be happy to have someone to talk to :)
Don't let your age be a barrier. You'll have your kids in common if nothing else, but I'm sure you'll find that special person who you just click with. Go to all the school's parent sessions, sports days, do tuck shop duty, classroom helper, get on the committee, etc plus there's the play dates and birthday parties. Smile and say hi, you'll be surprised how many of us feel the same way