Connecting with Community
Having a new baby is a wonderful and exciting time but it is also a time of huge change. This change can sometimes bring with it feelings of isolation and loneliness. It is important to know that you are not the only one experiencing this.
Keep reading through this section to learn more about women's experiences of loneliness and isolation after having their baby and ways you can connect with the people and community around you.
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In this video, learn about what our research findings said about loneliness in motherhood.
Connecting with Community Groups
Some questions to ask in your local area
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Is there a mother and baby group near me?
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Is there a baby massage group?
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Think of the type of activities you enjoy (yoga, choir, walking, reading), is there a group near you that does these activities with their babies?
Other places to look
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Your local library will often run events for parents and/or will have information about local parent-friendly groups
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Your local family resource centre