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megeeleeUser is Offline

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10/09/2007 1:29 PM  

I moved to St Louis about four years ago and after regularly being snubbed when I answered, "Oh, I'm from Okalahoma" to the infamous "Where did you go to high school" question, I focused on my career and my relationship with the man I moved here to be with.

Now, I find myself unexpectedly pregnant with my first child (by the man I moved here to be with, thankfully) but without the "Girlfriends" support network I had at home in Oklahoma.  My nearest relative is my 83 year old grandmother, who is more than 6hrs away.  My parents are between 8-9 hours away.

I would love to meet some local moms who can help me navigate what I'm going through, help me find things like day care, have "play dates" once my kid is here and just start to build some girlfriends locally so I don't feel so alone.

Please contact me if you think you fit the bill.

KatieUser is Offline

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10/09/2007 3:12 PM  
Hey girl! A few of us girls from here like to meet up and go out for girls nights. The next time we have one I will be sure to let you know and any questions you have you can either ask me here or email me at

katie.stlmoms@gmail.com

Hope to talk to you soon,
Katie
~Katie~
StacyUser is Offline

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10/09/2007 8:24 PM  
Megan I would love to get to know you. I have had five children and have been here for 6 years. We were originally from here, but were in the military for 10 years. I was born in Oklahoma, so we already have a connection!!! We're the reason God made Oklahoma...haha I think that is a song, anyway write me at stacy.stlmoms@gmail.com
JanaUser is Offline

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10/14/2007 11:56 PM  
Hi Megan!
We all need someone to talk to, and good girlfriends are what lifes all about! Having a girls night out, or even a day to share lunch is well worth the time and effort! I've lived in this area all my life, and have some wonderful friends, write me at jana.stlmoms@gmail.com anytime!

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Jana
ShannonUser is Offline

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10/17/2007 11:18 AM  

Hi Megan! Hey girl, like Katie and the other girls above me said, we get together, and we would love to meet you. Next time we go out, we will let ya know.

shannon.stlmoms@gmail.com

Look forward to talking to you soon,

Shan
ErinUser is Offline

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10/18/2007 10:22 AM  
Hi Megan!
Well, I'm with the girls and everything they said on here already. Unfortunately I'm a military spouse and we are getting ready to PCS (move) to Colorado next week, so I won't be able to get together with you like they can. However, I wanted to let you know you're not alone and that you have come to the right place! Each of the girls that replied to you on here are good friends of mine and I can tell you that every single one of them is amazing. I'm sure that you'll find all the friends and support you need right here at stlmoms.com and I sincerely wish you the very best with your family and whatever you do. Of course if you'd like to keep in touch you can email me at erin.stlmoms.com.
Good Luck!

Erin
KristenTUser is Offline

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10/19/2007 10:54 PM  

Hi! I can totally relate! We moved here 2 years ago and I had no idea that people never leave here...or if they do...they come back!  That old high school question is funny, huh?  But after meeting lots of people, I think it is just another great example of how we all need connections.  It is so easy to get involved with work and your husband/family and really have little time left for friends.  But, we all know the investment is worth it!  Especially as you embark on the whole new world of motherhood!  I would love to talk more!  I am at kristent.stlmoms@gmail.com.
donnaUser is Offline

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12/28/2007 7:10 PM  
Hi Megan, you are definately not alone. Moved here one month ago today, following the man I love and have been married to for 2 years. He was a sheriffs deputy for 15 years and decided he wanted to work for the railroad. We gave up life as we knew it, living in a small town close to all of our family. Which now are all 4 1/2 hours away, including my 19 year old son. He is going to college and working so he stayed with his dad. My 15 year old daughter came with me. I don't know what I would do if I didn't have my daughter and youngest son here with me. My husband is gone alot and you get to missing your other family members so much. You feel so alone!!!! Lost is a better word. If anyone has an extra minute could you please put my family in your prayers. Ecspecially for my kids this is such a big transition for them.
SarahUser is Offline

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12/29/2007 10:45 AM  

Hey Megan!

Welcome to STLMOMS and congrats on getting ready to welcome your new little one! We'll all be here to support you as you discover the joys of motherhood.

We moved to STL almost 8 years ago from Michigan and it took me a while to find friends as well. When I was prego with Melissa, (my first) I joined a pre-natal exercise class at St.Johns hospital (which I still think is the best hospital for having a baby in STL)  The gals I met in that class are all STLMoms and we are still great friends to this day! Man, I love those gals!

Another resource for you may be to find a MOPS group. You can find all the groups in your area by going to www.MOPS.org - (you don't have to wait for the baby to be born to join)

Playdates rock and there is nothing I love more than watching Melissa conk out in the car on the way home from a playdate!

You've come to the right place and I'm glad you did! Looking forward to getting to know you!

Sincerely,
Sarah

 
Sarah

SuperWoman in Training
Proverbs 31:10-31
MagenUser is Offline

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12/29/2007 3:46 PM  
Hi Megan, Im Magen! I just moved here in November and I am in the exact same boat you are in. My daughter is 15months old and I dont know anyone for her to play with either. I dont really know anyone actually and spend most of my days at home and then work at night. I take care of my nephew who is 5 months old during the day so that he doesnt have to go to day care...


I am excited to meet new friends, and other moms! Maybe we can become good friends!


Magen
LorenUser is Offline

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02/22/2008 11:24 AM  
Megan,
I'm Loren and I just moved here 6 months ago with my husband and baby who is now 9 months old. Both mine and my husband's families are in Georgia. We came here for my husband to be able to go to WashU for his PHD studies. No family, no friends, new mom, at home all day with your child, afraid to venture out into the city... you feeling the same? I never lived in the city, always been a suburb girl, but i'm learning my way around. We all need friends. I know I do. My only means of communication with most of my friends is through the computer. No one calls any more because they have such busy lives. We moms need to stick together.
I was told about MOPS too but I cant afford the membership and didnt know if it applied to me because my baby is so young. Lets chat. Hang in there Girl, I know there are more of us out there.
Loren
kirmiddUser is Offline

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02/22/2008 5:07 PM  

Hello.  I'm kind of in the same situation.  I'm actually from here, but had moved away for a few years (Pennsylvania) and moved back in Sept. to be with the man I met at my 20 yr. class reunion.  Strangely tho, I feel like a stranger being back here and all my friends that I thought I had before I moved, I haven't spoken to all that much since I've been back.  So, I sort of feel friendless now, especially coming from a wonderful group of girlfirends that I had when I lived away.  I so love hanging with my girlfriends and believe girlfriends are important and a great escape to staying "sane".  I'm also expecting my first (a girl) in July.
StacyUser is Offline

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02/27/2008 9:04 AM  
kirmidd welcome to the forums and stlmoms. My husband and I traveled with the military for 10 years. I was homesick for family and he was homesick for friends. When we returned finally to family and friends, we realized that time did not stand still here, just because we were away. They had all grow and went their own directions too. We talk to our "old" friends maybe twice a year and we live withine a few miles of them. We still see famliy on Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is a sad reality. We felt closer being further away.
I have found a great network of girlfriends here in St Louis. This website is a great source of information for new moms too. We do get together and hang out at least once a month, some of us more.

I look forward to chatting with you and hearing about your new arrival in July.

Stacy.stlmoms@gmail.com
kirmiddUser is Offline

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02/29/2008 6:16 PM  

Thanks for the reply Stacy.

You are correct, this site has a wealth of information.  I'm nervous about being a 1st time mom, there is so much to know. 

It's great to have an escape with other moms/friends for a little down time. I work full time & go to school, so I do what I can and I know once my baby is here, I won't know what extra time is.   Talk soon.
Molly MUser is Offline

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03/03/2008 3:59 PM  
I grew up here and sometimes feel lonely. I am surrounded by a ton of people, many who are even new moms, but I just don't feel a big friendship connection with some of the women. Most are friends of my husbands, and they are very nice, but I just don't always feel 100% comfortable with them. I am also looking for new moms to hang out with. I have a 4 month old daughter and work. Let me know if anyone is interested in starting a play group. I live in the central corridor area.
sokr7User is Offline

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03/03/2008 4:48 PM  
Hi, I am at least interested in meeting other mothers since I am a new mom and am just learning every step of the way! I live in Collinsville, IL but go to school at SLU. My partner is another woman and she has adopted our daughter who is 6 months old. If you are still looking to expand your circle of Mom friends to have playdates with , please consider us as we would love to meet other new moms as well.
megeeleeUser is Offline

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03/03/2008 4:58 PM  

I'm definitely still interested. Please let me know the next time you do get together.
megeeleeUser is Offline

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03/03/2008 5:05 PM  
MY APOLOGIES!!!

For some reason, I did not get email notification to the responses to my post until the last few days and now they are all catching up with me. I had no idea there were this many kindred spirits.

Some have said that they are part of a group of moms who get together occasionally. I am interested in being part of this. Please email me at megeelee@yahoo.com the next time you do. Also, I discovered another website http://moms.meetup.com. I have made one or two friends through this group. There are multiple groups through St. Louis based on interest or locale.
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