2006-10-03 10:52:21 · 6 answers · asked by icekey87 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
We all have these ideas that we want to have a baby only at a certain age or once a certain salary range is met. But it never happens that way... Last week I was the first to say that I didn't want any kids. Last week I was the first to say that I'm too selfish to put the needs of a child, even my own, in front of the needs of myself. But last night, I tinkled on a plastic stick, and the results made all of those thoughts changed... So today, instead of looking at the latest handbags online, I'm perusing the pregnancy q&a's of yahoo answers and watching the clock until my dr's apptmnt. Last night my life changed for the better. Am I a homeowner yet, no but luckily for me, I’m already headed down that road. Do I make six figures yet, no, but I make more then enough to support a child and myself if I had to do it alone. But luckily I have a loving by/f of 4 years, who will be told tonight, that I have a lil bun in the oven.
2006-10-03 11:22:23 · answer #1 · answered by Marleaux 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When you are okay with the idea of not sleeping in late, or being ok with having to get up several times overnight. Also, limited social activities, no alone time, no "extra" spending money. Must be ready to always have unconditional love and no selfish behaviors on your part. The more financially stable you are, the better. Also make sure your relationship is on solid ground.
2006-10-03 17:59:07 · answer #2 · answered by funrdhdpeach 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
there will NEVER be the "ideal" time to have a baby. but its best to wait until optimal circumstances
-you are with someone that you know will make a good parent.
-you are in a loving relationship with them
-you are financially stable as a couple, with money left over
-you are in a safe environment
-you find yourself thinking less "Me, Me, Me" and more about what is good for your future
-you and your partner have similar goals for the future and your children, and are capable of comprimising on things you disagree on
-you have the time for a child, or are willing to make it. whats the point of having a kid if you will just have to pay someone else to care for it?
2006-10-03 17:58:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Mema is wrong. I live in San Francisco and I can't afford to stay home because our mortgage is outrageous....whole family is here so don't want to leave either. You may never "feel" ready but in your heart you want to do more than be all about your self.
2006-10-03 17:57:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
When you can financially stay home and care for it yourself instead of a daycare raising your baby.
To Blahblah, my daughter thought she would be fine with having me babysit while she works..........well, she cries every morning when she leaves her baby because she feels she is not raising her baby , her mother is. YOUR WRONG "
2006-10-03 17:54:51 · answer #5 · answered by Corina 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WHEN YOUR water BREAKS!
2006-10-03 19:19:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋