I a 18 weeks pregnant with my second baby. I have a daughter who is 6 months old, so when new babs is born my first will only be 11 months. This really scares me how close in age they will be. Im just not excited about this pregnancy and having another baby so soon, so many things worry me, like how will I manage? Will I be neglecting my 1st because the newborn needs more attention? Will I make my 1st grow up too soon. Im really worried. Please help, how did you juggle all these things?
2007-01-04 07:45:46 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
my friend has 2 babies 2 1/2 and 1 1/2 and its working good for her, it ws hard on her body. but with help from family, you can get through the newborn stages, and now they are almost the same the boy is the younger one so i think it works out good for her. good luck to you hun
2007-01-04 07:48:30 · answer #1 · answered by smokingstonersweetheart 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We have 3 (almost 4 kids) the oldest is 4, then 2 1/2 and 1 1/2 and the baby is due tomorrow....Sounds horrible I know but once you get into a routine that works for everyone it's actually pretty easy (especially with just two) The first couple of months are pretty easy because the new baby will be asleep most of the time and after that it gets to be more like you have twins you'll find that the older one will be a great help to the baby...We were able to potty train the middle one a couple of months ago and the youngest is nearly potty trained too Good luck
2007-01-04 08:02:46 · answer #2 · answered by laura468 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry about it - you'll do just fine. My girls are 11 months apart - one is 3 and the other is 4. It is difficult at first because of your lack of sleep with a newborn, but you'll get used to it. It would be great if you have someone to help out with housework, etc. Like a previous poster says, they end up almost being somewhat twins because the younger one will mock the older one a lot. I also have a 7 year old and a teen so my fun is never ending! You have such a long time before #2 - enjoy your time with #1. You'll do fine.
2007-01-04 11:11:27 · answer #3 · answered by downinmn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. They wouldn't let kids go to college at 16. They would end up making them go to school for 11 months a year and then STILL go until they're 18. As a teacher, I personally need a mental break for 10 weeks. When you have 180 students and are running 5 programs, do public performances, etc, fundraising, writing your own material... you need that break. Frankly, the time off in the summer also allows the students to get jobs, real world experience, the kids in my high school get apprenticeships, some join summer art programs offered by Museums or Art Institutes, Music Camp for Band Kids, Summer Sports institutes. People need down time.
2016-05-23 03:24:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son and daughter are 11 months apart. My son is 18 months and my daughter is now 7 months. Your daughter will get used to waiting her turn while you feed the baby, or change the baby. Distract her with a few toys and you're good to go! The hardest part of it all will be if your daughter still needs to be carried. My son is like this, and as a result I need a helping hand whenever I go shopping. Newborns sleep alot, and you two will have plenty of time to adjust! It will be so rewarding, and so worth it I promise! If you need any support, or have more questions just e-mail me.
2007-01-04 07:53:08 · answer #5 · answered by dolly 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My mother and her older sister are 11 months apart & My two sister are also 11 months apart. I know its really a very scary time right now but try to relax as much as possible. To be a good mother you need show that you have eberything under control (even though alot of times that may not be the case). Try to remain cool calm and collected. You will have to balance life but I think you will do just fine. When My sisters were 1&2 my mom had them playing together and pretty much acting like twins. She had alot on her plate but somehow always found time for them as individuals. You do not need to force your older daughter to grow up fast she will be happy to become your little helper.
Cool. Calm. Collected.
Congratulations and you will be fine!
2007-01-04 07:53:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I should have you speak to my Mother on this topic - wonder if she remembers how it was hummmm lol But she went boom boom boom boom ...........
Boy born one year in April.........
Next boy born the next year in June......
I was born the next year in May... (so the 11 months there)
The next one born the next year in September.
Needless to say she had her hands full. Now I don't remember my older brother being neglected when I came along lol but hummm now I come to think of it - maybe thats why they picked on me growing up hehehe (hey I can say just about anything now - we are all way over the hill and on the downside).
But seriously - you might feel like you are at your whits end at the beginning - but as they grow they will be close (ya the 4 of us got into some mischief together). All mom's worry - me too and I'm the opposite from you almost - but worried about my boys being close - they are ages 17, 19 and 33 - but stll close
2007-01-04 08:15:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont worry , you just have to love them ,and have next to you the right person ,the father of this two little creatures that are part of you two .keep faith and everything is gonna be alright:)think that there are families with more than 3 childrens and no financial suport !so be happy .you will be surrounded by little humas with a pure and clean soul ,angels,the kind that heavens sends!
2007-01-04 07:52:38 · answer #8 · answered by sweetnightmare 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your older child will need more attention as she will be crawling and grabbing for things. I never think it's a great idea to rely on family all the time so I suggest maybe hiring a part time nanny.
2007-01-04 07:50:00 · answer #9 · answered by KathyS 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i have a friend to was in the same situation as you and she is a good mother.
2007-01-04 07:49:56 · answer #10 · answered by yngnhplss04 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋