hi mickey- i have to say that even something as little as taking my dog up to the park evryday has helped me get through. i've actually met lots of people down there - it's an off lead dog park- and i find that being pregnant really encourages people to talk to you! just doing little things like that- giving yourself one thing to do a day helps you get through. i absolutely love being on leave, especially as the weather gets nicer- it's great!