The loneliness of being a stay at home dad

Mar 10·1 min read

Been home with the kids for 8 months now after losing my job and honestly it's been really isolating. All the mom groups don't really want me there even though I've tried a few times. My wife is at work all day so I'm just here with the kids and my own thoughts. Some days are fine but other days it's rough. Started going to therapy last month which helps but I'm still struggling with feeling like I don't belong anywhere. Anyone else in this situation?

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CChris P.RegularMar 11

Eight months is still pretty fresh. Have you found any parent groups or play groups in your area? Sometimes just being around other adults during the day helps with the isolation part.

VVincentRegularMar 10

Stay at home dad loneliness is real and people don't talk about it enough. You're doing one of the hardest jobs out there but the world acts like you're just hanging out. That's tough man.

RRob H.RegularMar 11

The stay at home thing looks easier from the outside but it's actually really lonely. Props for being honest about it. Have you talked to your wife about needing more social time?

DDannyRegularMar 10

Losing your job is hard enough without adding the isolation factor. But you're showing up for your kids every day which matters. Make sure you're getting time for yourself too though.