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[quote=Anonymous]OP, I totally understand. Things that have helped me to feel less lonely are:
-Find other SN moms and start a text thread--very helpful to feel like you can reach out and support each other in the moment.
-Create a regular, inviolable (i know it's hard) time when your kid is in school or somewhere else where you are meeting other people. A regular monthly lunch date with a friend or group of friends. A weekly lesson/class/support group/running partner. That way you know you are making time for yourself to build relationships with other people as an individual.
-SN playgroup hours are helpful, but sometimes it takes extra effort to talk with other parents. It literally took me 5-6 months to have enough time to have an exchange with another SN mom friend that would have taken 15 minutes in a normal conversation. But now a good friend.
-It also sounds like you are dealing with a whole bunch of things that are making isolation more real--transitioning out of job/financial stress and partner/co-parent that is not dependable. Those things also are very stressful, so it sounds like its loneliness/transition/basic safety net stuff as well. If you have anyone you can talk to--therapy or other supportive folks--that may also really help.[/quote]

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