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[quote=Anonymous]We don't have family in the area, and yes, it's a blend of doing it yourself/making friends. These friends might not be the funnest to hang out with or most impressive, but they are reliable, and we are fully committed to also be reliable for them, when they need something. It's just a different approach to friendship than what we had in our 20s, when friends were for dishing about guys and going out dancing. And it doesn't have to be a friendship that goes back years. You can always find another pregnant mom in a similar situation, that can be your go-to person. The key is to find people who are also needing a village. It's a little quid pro quo, but it's practical and it works. And when an acquaintance dropped off her 3 year old to go give birth to their sibling, I felt good about being there for her. [/quote]
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