What did you find good for yourself and the kids as far as being able to care for both and them playing or understanding what having a new baby is all about. I know some people have said too close together is really hard on the parents and too far apart means they will never play together or get along because they will always be too far apart in age, what did you finf beneficial?
2006-07-03 07:07:27 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
My daughters are 14 months apart. Although it was a bit hard when both were in diapers, etc., I would not change the experience for anything. They are now 9 and 10, and I have very rarely seen siblings as close as they are - its awesome!
2006-07-03 09:23:53 · answer #1 · answered by thersa33 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
3-4 years
2006-07-03 07:11:57 · answer #2 · answered by Girl in WI 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe drs advise a minimum of 18 months. . . Not that it's totally bad, for I have friends that have kids that are closer in age than 18 months.
Personally, I think that about 2 years is good. They are close enough in age to have common interests, but spaced far enough apart to be individauls and have individual friends. I like the thought of having one kid out of diapers before having another, too.
2006-07-03 07:16:33 · answer #3 · answered by volleyballchick (cowards block) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my son and daughter are four years apart and its been great she would call him her baby she was a big help and they are still close enough in age at 9 and 5 to play well together. Of course with any siblings they do argue sometimes but you will have that with sibling relationship. I am nine years older then my sister and I hated it that was way to old for mom to bring home another baby
2006-07-03 07:32:11 · answer #4 · answered by fall78 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't have more than one child yet, but my sister and I were 2 years apart and it seemed to be a good age gap. She was driving when I was learning. She was starting high school when I was starting Jr. High. She was graduating when I was starting high school...you get the point. Anyway, my husband is 20 months older than his brother and they don't get along as well. Hope that helps a little...
2006-07-03 07:12:51 · answer #5 · answered by caveyswife 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My kids are three years apart. They are close in age enough to enjoy playing together, and were far enough apart that I didn't feel overwhelmed with meeting each one's needs.
2006-07-03 07:11:36 · answer #6 · answered by mistresscris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine are 17 months apart. I have found it to be a blessing. My kids were in diapers together, bottles together, sippy cups and finally potty training together and it encouraged my younger to do things sooner. It has been wonderful. My experience with them would make me want to repeat it if I ever had another child.
2006-07-10 05:50:06 · answer #7 · answered by living this life 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, there is really no perfect age difference (to me) that works for everyone. Mine are 5 yrs, 2 yrs, and 6 months. My older two are boys, and they get along so perfectly, but they are loud!!!! Always wrestling, running, screaming, hitting, arguing over toys....etc. My little girl is 6 mo's and my 2 yr old you would think would be rough but as long as you tell and show them how to treat an infant they actually do really well. I was impressed with my 2 yr old, b/c no matter how rough he is with his big brother, when it comes to his little sister he is so gentle and loving. He gives her kisses and hugs, and rubs her cheek, awww it's so adorable. You will love it!
2006-07-03 08:24:57 · answer #8 · answered by amyvnsn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think 2 years is good. Besides the fact that the children get the attention they deserve, ur body gets time to heal itself fully from the pregnancy/labour process.
2006-07-03 07:32:26 · answer #9 · answered by triniallstar_4 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have two boys that are 3 years apart, its great.!
2006-07-03 07:15:05 · answer #10 · answered by sexylove 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋