Lonely and struggling

I get it, I felt the same but I started pushing myself to go to local mum and baby groups and made a couple of friends locally and it has made all the difference!

Motherhood is challenging. I believe you're doing a wonderful job, as suggested in your comments, I also agree that participating in local community events, such as stay-and-play groups at local centers or churches, or paid clubs, can be very helpful. Researching local mother's groups in your area, such as "The Mum Club > [insert your town] ," can also connect you with others and provide opportunities for you and your baby to socialise. I've committed to a four- or five-day-a-week schedule of activities because I have limited family support; my maternal family has passed away, and my paternal family lives abroad, out of town, or works long hours. Therefore, engaging in outdoor activities has been crucial for my mental well-being. I'm not naturally outgoing and have found it difficult, but I'm making an effort to be more sociable and participate in group activities, which also helps my child develop socially.

If relocating would benefit you, your partner, and your child's well-being, it may be a positive step. A happy parent contributes to a happy child.

We have absolutely no family around and it’s really hard, but I go to baby groups 5 days a week if I feel like it, I met lots of lovely people and it always cheers me up when I go. I would love to move closer to my family (they’re in a different country) but that’s just not a possibility right now and maybe never will be, which makes me sad, but I do like the life we’re building where we are now.