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2006-10-30 14:02:21 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
The only person who can tell you that is you, you are the one who will be looking after both children, your baby boy will be around 14 months when this baby is born, thats not that bad, They will grow up with a close bond thats for sure. by 14 months your son will still be in nappys but should be walking and talking or nearly by then which will be good for you. Your son will be at the age where he will want to help you with everything to do with the baby, and talk to him about it before the birth, Its amazing how much a child that age can understand, much more then we think. involving him in your pregnancy and the baby will help him adapt to the idea so he doesn't get jelous.
Don't push your son into growing up to fast just because he is going to be a big brother, I know thats easier said then done but try your best to keep him a baby as they grow to quickly. The hardest thing will be time for you, and going out will be much harder with 2 young shildren rather then just the one.
You will do fine and Im sure it will all turn out wonderfully, it was ment to be so just keep reminding yourself that, if you couldn't handle it then it wouldn't be given to you. You'll all do great. I wish you all the very best.
my kids are 22 months apart they have an amazing bond, the age diffearnce is the reason for the bond, I never had a good bond with my brother as we were 5 years apart. Its wonderful and a blessing. Be positive and it will turn out that way.
2006-10-30 14:25:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
So your first baby will be 14 months when the new baby is born. The important thing to remember is that you will have 2 babies. Don't treat your older baby like he is a big boy just because your other baby is smaller.
It will be very tough. Mine are 18 months apart and it is a struggle. I've just had to give up my job to take care of them. There is no time for my husband and I to even talk much less do anything else.
There will be jealousy at first. Fourteen months is still a bit young for him to understand that a baby is coming because he is the baby.
Spend as much quality time as you can with him now. When the second baby arrives, you will not be able to give him as much attention, so it becomes important to strengthen your bond now.
Jealousy decreased by the time the baby was 3 months, but every now and then, it raises it's head again.
Oh, and you CANNOT leave the older one alone for any length of time with the newborn. My daughter loves her brother, but she used to try to lean over him and kiss him on the head, but she would put her hand on his chest and I was afraid that she'd crack his ribs.
She also poked his eyes and showed us where his eyes were. Mouth, nose - everything is show and tell and her fingers would explore each hole.
:)
Best of luck.
2006-10-30 14:19:15 · answer #2 · answered by stocks4allseasons 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A year and half ago I would have said yes they are too close. But then I got pregnant when my baby wasnt even 5 months old. I paniced and cried and freaked out. my daughters are now 21 months and 9 months and it is awesome. My youngest is almost walking and she already feeds herself so as soon as she is off the bottle and I can face her forward in her carseat, life will be smooth sailing. And by the time you have the baby your little boy will be over a year old. Good luck with the baby and congratulations. Hope I helped.
2006-10-30 14:09:00 · answer #3 · answered by iloveyou51787 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have two little boys. They are 19 months apart. It is really hard, especially at first, but I think it is SO worth it.
Think of all they good things:
They will always have a playmate in each other.
They will be more interested in the same thing(movies, rides, toys)
Your baby will benefit from learning how to keep up with their big brother.
My boys aren't there yet, but my friend's boys are one day shy of being a full year apart, her 1 1/2 year old learned to use the potty by copying his older brother (2 1/2 year old). She now has them both out of diapers.
It will be OK.
Good luck!!
Think positive.
2006-10-30 14:11:43 · answer #4 · answered by lyns 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would say that depends on how you feel about it. your boy will be a little over a year old when you have this baby. It is too close for me personally. I didn't want two in diapers at one time! On the other hand some people like their kids close in age. They will be able to play with the same toys and friends. Good luck!!
2006-10-30 14:06:11 · answer #5 · answered by shannon 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Not really Doctors say you should wait 2 years but I got pregnant again when my baby was just 4 months and I'm just fine beside labor was faster and now my little girl is 19 months and he is 6 months going on 7 and they get along just fine. yes they are a handful but she is a big help to me.
2006-10-30 14:18:24 · answer #6 · answered by chantel_17pink 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My girls are 15 months apart. My oldest was 6 months old when I found out I was pregnant again. Was hard at first but then got into a routine and got easier.. They are really close now. Play together. Share clothes. Very nice.
Good luck !
2006-10-30 14:29:50 · answer #7 · answered by tristarr212003 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ready or not. Like it or not. Too close together. Dosent really matter now. Here comes baby number two! Don't sweat the small stuff, just enjoy your baby's and congrats!
2006-10-30 14:18:22 · answer #8 · answered by momof4 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no if you just had the baby and was seven weeks then i would worrie bt u should be fine i have a 16 mouth old and i am 6 mouths pregnant i think it is going to be easyer have them close to age good luck to you kids are great
2006-10-30 14:05:59 · answer #9 · answered by ashley l 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
if u are happy then i wouldnt worry bout it - some people wait too late others have them too young as long as you are willing to love your chidren to the end of the earth and do anything for them - which some married couples cant seem to do even keep together then good for you babes. they should be ok ideally you should wait i would say at least a year between siblings - be safe and be happy
2006-10-30 14:18:36 · answer #10 · answered by victoria r 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋