whats the best age to have kids?

Question

and i don't want to hear "when you feel your ready"

Answer 1

The best age to have kids is when you are financially ready (in other words, you have a stable job and house/apartment) and emotionally ready (you are in a committed relationship with your partner and you can handle seeing her pregnant or waking up in the middle of the night to care for a child.)
Many people just see babies as these cute little things, and it's relatively easy to babysit one. But to care for a child day in, day out, answer their questions and have enough money to give them what they need are the deciding emotional and financial factors in whether you are ready to have kids.
At whatever age these factors line up, that's the best age to have kids.

Answer 2

Between 29 and 37, but be aware, after the age of 35 for a woman chances of things going wrong increase. I will be 35 when my second child is born, I have just finished up with all the testing that comes along with being an "older" mother, and the baby is perfect. I personally am very glad I waited and became an "older" mom. (By the way, none of my friends from high school/college had kids until they were at least 30). I met the right man (if I married the guy I was with when I was 24, I would be divorced by now - with 3 or 4 kids), also financially we are good. I am a stay at home mom with no plans on going back to work anytime soon. I guess for most, it is all about timing. Keep in mind, kids are expensive and time consuming... You shouldn't have one if you can't make that 18 plus year commitment.

Good luck


By the way, travel first, see Europe, do exciting things before having kids! Once they come you can still do those things, but not again for a long time. My husband and I have gone to Europe a few times together, and we were just saying tonight how nice it would be to go back. That will not be happening at least for another 8 years or so.
So do it while you can!!!!

Answer 3

I am 21 years old and have a 1 month old daughter. I will never regret that. I was totally ready to be a mom. I didnt plan it but It was the greatest gift ever. Im not married and I dont feel bad about that. Ive been with my boyfriend for 3 years and he has a good job and Im a stay at home mommy untill my daughter gets older. They say 21 is to young because ur wanting to party . Not true with everyone. I partied all through high school. Made 1 too many mistakes but now everyday is a new day with my daughter. Everyday she changes soo much and I couldnt imagine life with out her. So I would say a good time to have kids is when you aren't selfish You have to make sacrifices like I want that pair of shoes but the baby needs diapers. The baby needs to come first. Love is the best gift of all. And to be honest I dont think no one is ever truely ready to become a parent,

Answer 4

There is no proper or best age to have children, but i suggest that if youre newly married you wait at least five years to have children. It takes newlyweds a year or two just to adjust to each other and they dont need any extra pressure of having children around. Also it allows you time to enjoy your relationship a bit and get closer. When couples have kids right after they are married, they jump right into the rat race and never get to know each other , then ten years later they dont know each other anymore and end up cheating or divorcing cause theyve grown apart. So talk to your partner.

Answer 5

I think by the mid to late 20's most people are settled down and ready to take on the responsibility of children. It all depends on the person and their unique situation.

Answer 6

I felt great with my first pregnancies, mid 20's. The last few mid 30's not so great. Running around after kids and managing their schedules takes lots of energy. I think younger, if mature, responsible and married is best. Good luck, happy breeding.

Answer 7

Age alone shouldn't be a deciding factor. Early-mid twenties is good if you have the financial stability to take care of not only yourselves but all the additional money it takes to raise a child. From food,diapers to health care and eventually child care.....and thats just the begining!

Answer 8

45

Answer 9

I was 19 when I had my first and I chose to start then because I found my husband, a man I know I will be with forever. And we both had good jobs. Everything that I made went into savings so we could have a cushion for me to be a stay at home mom.

Answer 10

I think the best age is in your LATE twenties. If your too young you will miss out on developing your own life ...too old then you will be an old parent and won't have the energy to run with your child or do the things he or she may need...plus your mind may not be as open to todays matters if your too old.