I have a 17 month old daughter and suddenly am feeling that I am ready for another baby. Is this normal? Could is be that since a friend of mine with a daughter the same age as mine is pregnant and I'm jealous....how many other people out there felt the need to have another this quickly?
2006-12-04 22:49:20 · 10 answers · asked by Mommy to One 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I have a 17 month old daughter and suddenly am feeling that I am ready for another baby. Is this normal? Could is be that since a friend of mine with a daughter the same age as mine is pregnant and I'm jealous....how many other people out there felt the need to have another this quickly?
I am also only 23 and have a lot of baby time left. My husband thinks we should wait...am I crazy?
2006-12-04 23:03:53 · update #1
I am also only 23 and have a lot of baby time left. My husband thinks we should wait...am I crazy?
2006-12-04 23:04:59 · update #2
!7 months is not all that short a time period.However these are some questions you should ask yourself before becoming pregnant. How did you picture your family before your friend became pregnant? Did you see your children as 3, 4, or 5 years apart? How does your husband feel about having a baby right now? Would it put financial strain on the family? Can you and he give both children all the love, attention, support etc they deserve?
When we had our children, our original plan was for them to be 2-3 years apart because we wanted them to grow up together and have things in common. Things did not work out that way and it was almost 6 years before I became pregnant again.
2006-12-04 23:07:58 · answer #1 · answered by babydoll 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The right answer to this question depends on the person. How does your spouse or partner feel about another baby? It is normal for some women to want another child so soon. Alot of siblings are only a few years apart. There are advantages and disadvantages to having your children close together. When they are older they will both be in college at the same time...very expensive. But, when your children are old enough to stay home while you go out for the evening you will enjoy not having to deal with a little one. Good luck whatever you decide. Children will bring you lots of joy! But, they are also a big responsibility!
2006-12-05 07:03:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I started getting VERY broody when my daughter was about that age, I look at babies and think that I would like another one, but then I remember how I didn't like the pregnancy, and then I just get confused- I hated being dizzy all the time, since that's what my pregnancy did to me, and I don't know if I could handle that happening again as well as having to look after a nearly two-year-old.
But, yes,what you are going through is very normal.
2006-12-05 07:08:06 · answer #3 · answered by ♥Pamela♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is okay for you if this is what you really wish... It is not bad if you get pregnant again. Besides, your girl is already 17 months (1 yr. & 5 months, right?). Then when you get pregnant, you will be giving birth just after 9 months. Your girl will be 2 yrs & 2 months already... It is just okay, if you are financially and emotionally stable ( I know you are ). Go to your plan especially when your husband likes it too.. The two of you must decide for that, not only you..
2006-12-05 07:07:52 · answer #4 · answered by Rochelly 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, I have a 7 year old daughter and a 5 1/2 year old son. A lot of other people I know have similar age gaps between their kids. It's perfectly fine to want more children. Just ask your doc if it's okay for you.
2006-12-05 06:55:49 · answer #5 · answered by Cindy M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was clucky right after the birth of my daughter, even through two and a half years of severe post-natal depression :)
Whatever it is that has you thinking about having another bub (and yes, it's completely normal), please talk to your husband. If you get really clucky and decide to fall pregnant on purpose without having reached a joint decision with him, chances are he'll resent you for it.
Both of our bubs were planned, and even then it was hard. Forcing the issue won't work, and neither will trickery. Honest communication and planning is the best way to go.
I wish you all the best :)
2006-12-05 07:39:55 · answer #6 · answered by Donna M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know plenty of people who get jealous of others pregnant!!
You love the attention that you get..just the thought of being congratulated,gives you yet a simple but overwhelming,joyous & greatful feeling inside!!I think it is Normal..
Being pregnant for me was so wonderful.Just to know that you have created new life..and you are the carrier..of something so innocent and precious is truly an amazing experience!!I say go for it..if you decide not to..there's always Later.Best of luck..
2006-12-05 07:00:39 · answer #7 · answered by First Lady 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have 2 boys they are 19 months apart and its great cause they are best friends and very close. So my answer is if your ready for another baby go for it,
2006-12-05 06:52:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
aahh maybe it is normal.. but you should also think of your life, if you can support your children. they will got to school together etc... you said you're jealous, think again you are just starting..
2006-12-05 06:55:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
have a child anytime...but know how great your responsibility is...
2006-12-05 07:02:22 · answer #10 · answered by soulfire8720 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋