2007-02-04 02:58:23 · 23 answers · asked by kchick8080 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
When you're in your early 20's.
You have more energy to deal with the kid(s)
You're at the peak of your reproductive health
You won't mind as much being broke because you don't have any other experience
The grandparents are still young enough to help out
When the kids are grown and move out, you're still young enough to enjoy your life as an independent adult
2007-02-04 03:09:35 · answer #1 · answered by mattzcoz 5 · 3⤊ 3⤋
I think age only matters when it means maturity. I'm 30 and I have my first child (10 mos.), and I feel this is a great age for me. However, there are other things in my life that now have to be put on hold. I wish I would have finished my master's degree beforehand. I can't fathom balancing work, school, and raising my son all at the same time. Now I'm trying to plan ahead for when I can go back and that is conflicting with thoughts of having another child.
To answer the question, I think the best age to have your first child is when you are financially secure, and you are at a place in your life to settle down.
2007-02-04 11:08:09 · answer #2 · answered by Jennifer A 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i would say there is no best age to have a child. It all depends how much a person is mature enought to have one. Some individuals have kids like at 24 and can handle it, while others can have kids at like 30 and can't handle that stress. So the answer to your question can not be answered. Every person has there own opinion when to have one, but did they have one? Most likely know. What you need to do is ask someone whos already has a child and has a life long experience with it.
2007-02-04 11:05:32 · answer #3 · answered by KutelilAZN 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
First off it's best to be married...with that said it depends on the maturity level of both parents, there is no set age that is ideal for having kids, you could be 30 and still be immature or you could be 25 and be the most mature together person. It's better to be finicaly set to be able to care for the child then to be a certain age, also it's never a good idea to have a baby just to keep the guy around, it often backfires and most times the mom doesn't really want the baby she's just wanting to guy to hang around and figures that he'll stay.
2007-02-04 11:03:21 · answer #4 · answered by Kitikat 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I think about this particular question all of the time. I just had my first child and I am thirty. I love that I am settled financially and married. But I know that there are advantages to having a child a little younger as well. I dont know how much my son and I will have in common when he is a teenager.
2007-02-04 11:54:51 · answer #5 · answered by Doris A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's really not a matter of age so much as when are you mature enough and grown up enough to raise a child. A child (while they are the greatest gifts you can ever receive) are expensive and time consuming. I wouldn't suggest or condone a pregnancy in High School, your bodies are not done maturing and it is not 100% safe (but then again, what is?), and I wouldn't suggest it in college. A baby changes your life drastically and is something that you should try to be prepared for.
2007-02-04 11:03:52 · answer #6 · answered by Juicy Fruit 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
26 not too old, not too young!
I figure i will be totally stable in life by this time. I dont believe in having a child before you are ready. I graduated at 18, didnt go to school, but for most, college is done by 22. Then you begin your career. Another four yearsto work and to save up and buy a house,car, go on vacation (something you cant do when you have kids!! besides disney world). this brings you to age 26. you need to give yourself time to do things you cant after having a baby, partying all night, vacationing, etc.
2007-02-04 11:03:17 · answer #7 · answered by >>Ascher<< 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
depends on whether you are mature and independent enough to raise a child. You have to be ready, both emotionally and physically, and settled enough if you want to have your first child because having a child is not easy. You should have a settled job, income, home, etc to provide a supportive environment to the child
2007-02-04 12:32:33 · answer #8 · answered by sk0207 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not only about age. It's about being able to provide everything for a child that is needed, maturity, a stable environment etc.
2007-02-04 11:25:26 · answer #9 · answered by KathyS 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no BEST age. It depends on the people and their circumstances: finances, maturity, stability, martial/relationship status. I know 30 and 40 year olds who are still too immature and unstable financially to be having kids. On the other hand, I know 19 year olds who are GREAT moms. I was 36 when my son was born. FOR ME, that was the right time.
2007-02-04 11:10:24 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
i would say it depends but you definately have to be able to provide for it no matter what age. for example in my case i have been with the same guy since i was 14 and now and hoping to have a baby in the next year(now im 19) because even though thats young 1. i know i can provide i have a great job and go to school and 2. ive been with my guy for almost 6 years. so good luck
2007-02-04 11:03:05 · answer #11 · answered by ♥sexy_love♥ 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋