Harriette Cole: I'm hurt by what my sister said about my new baby
Briefly

As a new mom to my precious 3-month-old, I'm experiencing a whirlwind of emotions, from joy to an overwhelming sense of isolation and loneliness. While I adore my baby and cherish these early moments, I can't help but miss my old social life and the freedom I used to enjoy.
Your sister may have underlying feelings of jealousy because she has not had a child. She clearly doesn't understand your position, and she lashed out based on her experience.
You need to find like-minded people to talk to about your current situation. Consider a support group for new moms online or in-person.
Based on my 20 years of experience teaching middle school, I strongly recommend that any parent dealing with cyberbullying report the incident to the school immediately.
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