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My friend just had a baby, and I don't know how to talk to her anymore....
So i love my best friend, we've been friends for forever; however, she just had a baby and while I'm super happy and excited for her new addition, I also can't help but feel like I have nothing in common with her now that she's a parent, because that's all she talks about.
I want to support her but since I don't have children of my own, I don't know how to talk to her about things anymore. Advice?
Anonymous
12/13/18 at 1:25AM UTC
I think it’s normal for both of you to behave this way. She’s overwhelmed with her new identity and experience and you are not sure how to respond. I’ve been on both sides of this situation and the main thing I can say honestly is that it will take both of you time to adjust to these new roles / relationship dynamics. Be gentle with yourself and let yourself grieve a bit for the friend you have “lost” but be open to the idea that this is a new chapter and one day you may find yourself grateful for her motherhood status for one reason or another (eg when you become a parent)
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