29-01-2005, 08:11 AM
Hi Beanie
So sorry for not answering sooner! I seem to have missed your post
With regard to support for you and your baby, it can be tough, but as long as you make the effort to reach out, I am sure you will start to make a network of friends with children in your area. Ask your midwife for antenatal classes in your area - there you can get to know others with the same concerns as you.
then when your baby is born, find out about Mother and Toddler groups. Many churches run them, and even if your child is too young to use any of the equipment, it is an opportunity for you to get out there and meet parents of children of similar ages. They usually charge around £2 and accept anyone ... you needn't register or go through a rigmarole to get in.
All of the best for your scan ... hopefully your little noodle will cooperate and you'll know for sure if you can prepare in pink or blue!
So sorry for not answering sooner! I seem to have missed your post With regard to support for you and your baby, it can be tough, but as long as you make the effort to reach out, I am sure you will start to make a network of friends with children in your area. Ask your midwife for antenatal classes in your area - there you can get to know others with the same concerns as you.
then when your baby is born, find out about Mother and Toddler groups. Many churches run them, and even if your child is too young to use any of the equipment, it is an opportunity for you to get out there and meet parents of children of similar ages. They usually charge around £2 and accept anyone ... you needn't register or go through a rigmarole to get in.
All of the best for your scan ... hopefully your little noodle will cooperate and you'll know for sure if you can prepare in pink or blue!