I see that there was a similar question...anyone goe through this experience? How did your body handle it? I have little boy who is almost 4 months. But it took almost 4 years to get pregnant with him. I think I want to start asap so that they are not too far apart in age. I am more concerned about how my body will handle it. My first labour was 45 hours long with 4.5 hours of pushing. The thought of that again makes me sick to my stomach.
2007-01-24 00:22:09 · 18 answers · asked by Mom@Home 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
they suggest you wait til 18 months before conceiving again and within 5 years...but i have had friends who have kids from seperate pregnancys that are the same age for a couple of months...and they are fine.......oh_hell
2007-01-24 00:26:53 · answer #1 · answered by oh_hell_imagine_that 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard that it is easier to get pregnant the second time around because now your body is familiar with the process. I don't know if this is true but my aunt had the same situation so they started trying when my cousin was only 5 1/2 months, by the time he was 8 months she was pregnant. Though they are older now she says she will always regret not taking the time to enjoy the first baby and learn about parenting. She says she feels that the years when they were younger are a bit of a blur in places because she was so busy with 2 little ones that she missed out on some of the great moments. When the oldest was starting to walk she was sick because of the pregnancy and hardly took him to the park or out to just enjoy time with him. Then he reached those toddler years and it was difficult balancing that time between a demanding 2 year old and a 1 year old. She is thankful and happy about her family now but says she doesn't recommend rushing into having multiple kids, when the time is right your body will do what it needs to get pregnant and things will work out. I hope this helps and good luck with whatever you decide.
2007-01-24 00:30:03 · answer #2 · answered by lonestarlady 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you get pregnant this soon, your body will handle it fine. Usually second babies are much easier to birth and the labor time is much less. The thing to worry about is if you are breast-feeding your 4-month old. You want to make sure that he would still get the nutrients from your milk if you were pregnant. Other than that, I see no reason for you to wait if you truly want a second child and don't mind the risk of having 2 babies in diapers at the same time!
2007-01-24 00:30:50 · answer #3 · answered by rosecitylady 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a personal decision. Everybody heals differently. My first two are almost 3 years apart, they would have been closer but my first had some health issues, my second and third are 20 months apart. So I had three in 4 1/2 years, and cant imagine having them any farther apart. YOu need to do what is best for you and your family. Good Luck
2007-01-27 15:13:50 · answer #4 · answered by kristi_rost2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My first was 9 months old when I got pregnant with the second and my second was 4 months old when I got pregnant with my third. I am 35 weeks pregnant with my third right now and I'll tell you that it gets harder on your body with each pregnancy being that close but I really wanted my kids to be close together so it is worth it to me. Also your body is most fertile after having a baby so if you have trouble getting pregnant you should try soon. The labor gets easier with each one. You just have to decide what you really want and if it is worth it for you.
2007-01-24 00:40:15 · answer #5 · answered by Summer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is completely your descision. I am 22 weeks pregnant with my second and have a nearly 7 months old, so I fell pregnant when my first was only 8 weeks old. But I do have to say that my labour was only 6 hrs with 20 mins pushing, every time is different, this time you may have it easy and I may have it hard. Theh best thing you can do is go with your own instincts. Good luck
2007-01-24 00:53:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
CONGRATS!! but wait at least 1 to 2 years after the first kid was born.your body really needs time to heal from the first one.don't hurt yourself you could cause problems that you will regret in the long run.congrats on your first little one but be patient on the second one.i have two already and i know pregnancy takes a toll on your body each time.and each pregnancy is different and they each have there own problems.so,in my opinion,i think it would be best if you gave your body time to heal.your body will appreciate that and you will be alot happier if your body feels good about having another baby.(less pain and frustration)good luck and take care.
children are the greatest gift of all :)
2007-01-24 00:36:06 · answer #7 · answered by pippy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I understand your concern about maybe not falling pregnant again quickly but know of someone who could not have a baby for 13 years and then the gyno said 'once the pipes have been cleared it's not unusual to get pregnant easily the second time.'
2007-01-24 00:26:18 · answer #8 · answered by Blonde & Sharp 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its up too you! Just listen to your body, if you think you are ready then go ahead and try. Just remember this, only because you took 4 months to get pregnant with him, that doesnt mean you will take 4 months to get pregnant this time around. What if you get pregnant in 1 month?
2007-01-24 00:36:35 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ideal time between children is 3 to 5 years. Having kids too close does not allow a woman's body to recover properly from the incredible strain of childbirth and does not allow children to get the attention they need.
2007-01-24 00:25:11 · answer #10 · answered by Chic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are financially and emotionally stable, have a second baby. Your body is a miraculous tool for having babies. My husband and I got pregnant with our second baby when my first baby was only three months old. Just make sure you take pre-natal vitamins through the pregnancy and you will be fine.
2007-01-24 00:26:12 · answer #11 · answered by Lupita 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋