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  1. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread Lost most of my friends after having kids. Is this normal?

    Hi Sienna, I'm sorry you're feeling lonely with this — it does sound very normal, even if that doesn't make it any easier. I liked Yasmin's point that it can go both ways, and BunnyAndBear's idea about daytime things like brunch or a walk sounds like a gentle way to reconnect, w…

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  2. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread Teenager will NOT get out of bed for school

    That sounds really tiring, Eszter — waking up again and again before the day has even started is exhausting. I hope the phone charging in the kitchen and the alarm clock help a little. Keeping the same wake-up time, even on weekends, and keeping mornings calm and predictable mig…

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  3. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread We haven't been on a date since the baby was born (she's 3)

    The date night in idea sounds lovely, and the babysitting swap is a clever way to make it work without spending much. It is easy to let time together slide to the bottom of the list when life with a little one is so busy, but even a small regular time together can make a real di…

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  4. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread Soft play: heaven or hell?

    I can see both sides of this one. The idea of a place where little ones can run off energy while adults get a coffee makes a lot of sense, but the noise and the busy weekend crowds sound like a lot to take in. The tip about going first thing on a weekday in term time sounds like…

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  5. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread how do you afford anything as a single parent in london

    Thank you for asking this so honestly, and thank you to everyone who has shared such practical ideas here. The tips about the benefits calculator, the council tax discount and the free library and museum days all sound really helpful. I hope those small steps add up and make the…

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  6. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread We only talk about logistics now

    This really resonated with me. Being a good team is a real strength, and it makes sense that the everyday jobs can take over for a while. I liked the idea of asking a question you do not already know the answer to, just to open up a different kind of conversation. Even a short,…

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  7. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread Is it really that hard to be a single mother?

    Thank you both for sharing this. Elena, I really liked your point that being a single parent does not have to mean a half life, and that children can still have a full and happy life. Jo80, your point about support making a real difference also rang true. Wishing you both kindne…

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  8. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread Meetups for single parents in London?

    A small, regular meetup sounds like a lovely idea. Local parks, libraries and community centres often have relaxed, family-friendly groups where people can just turn up and chat, which can feel much easier than a big formal event. Starting with something simple like a park walk…

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  9. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread how do you afford anything as a single parent in london

    Thank you for asking this so honestly, and thank you to everyone who has shared such practical ideas. It sounds really tough to stretch one income across rent, nursery, bills and travel, and it makes sense that weekends out can feel out of reach. The free library, museum and par…

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  10. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread Co-parenting with someone who won't stick to the schedule

    That Friday afternoon pattern sounds really hard, especially when bags are already packed and hopes are up. It makes complete sense that you want to avoid court and also want more steadiness for everyone. The mediation information session sounds like a calm, sensible next step,…

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  11. ForumMudasirMunawar replied in a thread First Christmas on my own with the kids and I'm dreading it

    It makes complete sense that this feels hard, especially with your family far away and no in-laws nearby. I hope you can keep it simple and gentle, and that a few small, cozy moments with your kids make it feel special in its own way. You are doing a kind thing by trying to make…

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