Feeling so alone.

Australia
August 31, 2007 3:14am CST
I am feeling so alone. I am stuck at home after dealing with more than three months of awful pregnancy illness. So now I am without a job to go back to as what I was doing was too much physically for me to go back to, no friends close by to sociallise with, no money, obviously. I do have a supportive, loving partner, and very loving, well behaved son, and great dog, but I need the social stimulation that I was getting from work, and also the income which makes me feel like I was contributing somewhat. I am trying not to feel so down since I am concerned it may disturb the baby in my belly, but it is hard not to get down and lonely. If anyone has any advice or can chat, please let me know, because I am scared of falling back into depression which is where I was before I fell pregnant.
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8 responses
• United States
1 Sep 07
I see from the responses you have had in one day what I hope you see too; here there are many of us willing to reach out and give you their advice and support! I conquered my depression through reading and having a support network. You are going in the right direction!! Ciao
2 Sep 07
I feel that your small one will be happy because you have feelings. Many have lost feelings and dont suffer anymore. Here in far North (Finland) the weather is mostly so cold and dark that we are often depressed, but sorrows have madfe us strong and we survive. Sleep well and listen to the small that waits to see your eyes. When you soon walk with or her so you forget all that was difficult.
• India
1 Sep 07
don't u worry honey!there r many people who r livn in the world without money!think of the baby u r goin to have and how beautiful he/she would be.this will make u feel better.still find it hard?call me.bye.
@lilaclady (28207)
• Australia
1 Sep 07
Oh jenski, it is awful when you feel so alone and the social connections you had will take awhile to adjust without that, I think you have come to right place here, whenever I feel down I come in here, just think that at the moment you are doing the most important, most privledged job a person can do, you are making another life, there is no better job than that, I know it is hard when you don't have that money coming in but at least you have support and if you stay in here I am sure you will find many friends, there is a lot of lovely people in here from all over the world, I am sure they would love to keep you company as I do...take care jenski and keep coming in....
@jbrooks0127 (2324)
• United States
31 Aug 07
There is not a lot that we can do to help you except ask you to be a friend and then talk. It sounds like you have what you need right there at home but I do understand the loss of a job takes you away from the social aspect and that can be very important. There are many people on here that would love to help you...I see you are new to Mylot...at least under this name. So it will take a little time for people to find you. There are a number of other social networking sites you may have already been to but this seems to be more in tune with adults. Not having experienced pregnancy before I am not sure I can be of much help but would be happy to listen and give you any advice I can. What ever you do concentrate on the good things you have and do your best to forget the bad. Easy to say I know. Mylot can be a lot of fun and will take up just as much time as you are willing to give it. Once you get the hang of it you will easily find others that are fighting your problem. Let me know if I can be of any help. I will ask you to be my friend....that will let me follow your posts as well as you mine. Hang in there....it will be okay.
@mbilagan (178)
• Philippines
1 Sep 07
Hi Jenskil, you are not alone. You have lots of friends around. You should keep the positive side on you. If you will feel depress your baby will feel it. Sometimes it's really hard to be stuck at home especially when you are an outgoing person but does that not mean you can't socialize. You can invite your friends to your house. You dont need more money to do that. A simple get together with your close friends will surely boost your morale and you will know how important you are not only to your family but to your friends as well. Cheer up and let the baby in your tummy feel it. You can also do something by writing to here. You will never be alone because there's a baby in your tummy. I hope you well...
• United States
1 Sep 07
Hang in there hon, it will get better! I am lonely alot too. It sucks but it will get better. Just keep on taking care of you and baby.
@kitty1234 (1476)
• United States
31 Aug 07
You are not alone!!! It sounds like you are having a difficult time right now but remember things will get better. I am available to chat if you like! Just drop me a message and we can chat sometime or laugh and cry together...Don't let the depression take hold of you, you have so many good things in your life, your son, your partener and soon a new baby.. Good luck, hope to hear from you soon....
31 Aug 07
Hang in there. i am sure there are alot of people who would to chat with you and here you make a little money too. I understand its not the same as working and the hormones of pregnancy don't always help out but just keep reaching and there will be alot who respond knowing your loved can help too Sound like you are doing what you should Keep it up. keep reaching out remember your loved. Blessing