How to Find Pregnant Friends (Especially When You’re Feeling Alone)
By Jordan Davison, the Heybrook
Pregnancy can feel like the most exciting—and the most isolating—time in your life. While your body is changing and your future is shifting, it can feel like no one around you truly understands what you're going through. Maybe your closest friends aren’t in this stage of life yet. Maybe you’ve just moved. Maybe you’re the first in your circle to be expecting—or the only one doing it solo.
Whatever your story, you are not alone in feeling lonely. And the good news is: there are people out there who get it. You just need to know where to find them.
Why Pregnancy Can Feel Isolating
Pregnancy changes everything—physically, emotionally, socially. Even if you have a supportive partner or family, there’s something unique about connecting with people who are going through it at the same time. Someone who also cried after a doctor’s appointment or laughed at how winded they felt walking up the stairs. That shared experience can be grounding and deeply comforting.
Where to Find Other Pregnant People
If you’re ready to meet people who understand what you’re experiencing, here are some real ways to connect:
1. Join a Pregnancy Support Group
Support groups aren’t just for when things are hard—they’re for community. At places like The Heybrook in Seattle, you’ll find weekly pregnancy groups where people share honestly about their experiences, get support, and make lasting friendships.
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2. Take a Prenatal Class (and Stick Around After)
Sign up for prenatal yoga, childbirth education, or baby prep classes. Don’t rush out when they end—say hi to the person sitting next to you. Chances are, they’re looking to connect too.
3. Use Social Media Intentionally
Join local Facebook groups for pregnant or new parents (like “Seattle Moms” or “Due in [your month]” groups). Look for in-person meetups or just start a conversation—“Anyone else in Seattle due this fall and want to grab coffee?”
4. Go to Free Events for Expecting Parents
Many local spaces, like The Heybrook or ParentMap-listed events, host open houses, prenatal meetups, or pregnancy fairs. These are low-pressure ways to meet people who are also looking to connect.
5. Consider Apps Made for This
There are social apps like Peanut, designed to help connect women based on location, stage of pregnancy, and shared interests. It’s like a friend-finder for this stage of life.
What If I’m Still Struggling to Connect?
It’s okay to take your time. Building new relationships—especially when you’re tired, emotional, or overwhelmed—isn’t easy. If you leave an event and don’t feel a spark, that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. It just means the right connection is still on its way. Sometimes just being in a room with others in the same season, even without deep conversation, is enough to ease the loneliness.
You’re Not the Only One
So many pregnant people feel isolated—even the ones who seem like they have it all together. You are not alone in this, even if it feels that way right now. Reaching out, even just once, is a powerful step toward building a circle that will support you through birth and beyond.
Looking for a safe, welcoming space to meet other expecting parents? Start your journey with The Heybrook. We’re here to help you feel seen, heard, and connected.
