The woman mentions a house, working full time, and commuting -- my guess is, she lives in suburbia. I think we underestimate how lonely and isolating this type of living is. My first child was born when I lived in an urban apartment building -- I naturally met other parents in the hallways, mail room, elevator, dog park, laundry room. My second child was born when I'd "upgraded" to a house, and I found myself going days without simple human interaction. Barring a move, I suggest the woman will have opportunities to meet friends when her child starts school. She can force herself to join a committee or two, volunteer in the classroom, etc.
The woman mentions a house, working full time, and commuting -- my guess is, she lives in suburbia. I think we underestimate how lonely and isolating this type of living is. My first child was born when I lived in an urban apartment building -- I naturally met other parents in the hallways, mail room, elevator, dog park, laundry room. My second child was born when I'd "upgraded" to a house, and I found myself going days without simple human interaction. Barring a move, I suggest the woman will have opportunities to meet friends when her child starts school. She can force herself to join a committee or two, volunteer in the classroom, etc.