In September 2017, Bassett, whose international career spans 15 years so far, joined Australian club Canberra United after previous side Notts County had folded.
However, her playing days are on hold because she is expecting her first child – and the former Birmingham and Chelsea player admits fighting for a World Cup spot herself is “unrealistic”.
“I haven’t really thought about the future,” said the defender, who also had spells at Arsenal and Leeds.
“Being pregnant is a really happy time for me and my boyfriend, and our main priority is preparing to bring our little baby into the world.
“At the minute, I’m just trying to enjoy myself. In terms of football, I think I’m a long way away – but who knows?
“I do seriously need to think about what comes next.”
Bassett scored the unfortunate 92nd-minute own goal as England lost 2-1 to defending champions Japan at the last World Cup in Canada.
She says she has since gained comfort from that summer three years ago when the Lionesses reached their first World Cup semi-final – an achievement described at the time as a “tipping point” for women’s football.
“Individually, it does still hurt. The men’s tournament this summer and going onto next summer brings back memories, it always does,” Bassett added.
“Good and bad memories are always going to pop into your head. I just find peace with those situations – I fully own it, I’m responsible for it, but you get perspective and it’s a part of our history.
“We have to be proud of where we’ve come from and what we’ve done. Some things happen for a reason and I certainly haven’t let that moment define me.”