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I am still considering my options (adoption vs. being a single, teen parent)... I am really craving a good social life because I haven't had one in years. I really need that. I'm just wondering... how much DOES your social life really suffer and for how long when single parenting? Is there any way to stay social and make friends while raising a child on your own? Is it possible to maybe meet other parents, etc., how old does your child have to be for you to maybe bring him or her to small social gatherings? Are you really truly isolated while being a single parent? I can't bare to not have friendships. I don't need to be going out to bars.. but what about bringing your kid to community events or religious gatherings or things along that line? Please, any stories you could give me would be GREAT!