2007-04-09 05:15:03 · 11 answers · asked by motherhoodisthebest! 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
my daughter is 4 months....we are considering trying again in a few months so they will be close in age!
2007-04-09 05:27:37 · update #1
Sure! Always pay extra attention to the first one after the baby's born. Make sure you and the family greet them first before the baby, give them lots of affection, and bring them a gift whenever the baby gets one. The first kid may feel insecure because they're feeling displaced, and they must now share all the attention they once had to themselves. They will feel a little sad and scared and like they aren't enough for you. So they need extra love and attention. This may go on for some time, until they feel adjusted.
There are some great kid's books that can help them understand what to expect when a baby arrives and what a great thing it is to be a big sibling. The baby wont' do much at first but needs Mommy's care. When the baby gets older and starts getting into things, even a loving, well-adjusted sibling won't appreciate it. So let them know some toys are for sharing and some they can keep to themselves, but those they'll have to keep out of the baby's reach.
My second is 9 months old and that's what I've learned so far.
2007-04-09 05:36:50 · answer #1 · answered by KC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I honestly don't have much advice for you. I have a 9 month old son and I am 2 months pregnant with our second. I think the first year will probably be the hardest but after that (I'm hoping) I think they may become good friends. I just want to wish you the best of luck and I can get back to you in 7 months to let you know if I'm losing my mind or not. Take care and Good Luck!
2007-04-09 10:37:13 · answer #2 · answered by Brandi Lyn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for it!! Me and my hubby are talking about it.And our son will be 4 months on the 14 of this month.Haveing close in age is good i think then they have somebody they can turn to for help.Good luck and best wishes.And they wont be to close in age if you try when you 1 child is 6 months they will be like 15 months apart.I think that is a good age differnets.
2007-04-09 06:06:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
how old is your first child? I think having the child a brother or sister is a great idea I grew up a only child for 13 years. I hated being alone. then at 13 my mom had a son my brother seems we are so far apart now I'm like another mom to him. but i have three boys myself 9, 5,3 and all three are close even the 9 and 3 he takes care of his baby brother so go ahead hunny. but its hard work...
2007-04-09 05:21:26 · answer #4 · answered by crystalqcole 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This question immediately made me smile:) I am a mother of 4 and pregnant with my 5th so I am remembering what it was like when I only had 2 children....to make it short you just do the same thing you have always done, only twice:) I do it 4 times and soon to be 5! Good Luck Sweetie!!!!!!!
2007-04-13 02:13:47 · answer #5 · answered by Jay 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do it.
Children needs siblings to create childhood memories and to talk crap about you both behind your back.
We all did it.
Going from 1 to 2 is an adjustment, but you're not outnumbered yet.
It's when you go from 2 to 3, that's a little scary.
We just had our 3rd and last child. It's fun. Just a little more hectic at times. I wouldn't trade it for the world.
2007-04-09 05:22:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm the mom of six all close in ages. It's so great! They always have someone to play with (and argue with).
Words of wisdom... enjoy them! It will be tough at first, twice the diapers, twice the feedings, twice the everything, but it is going to be fun seeing them grow up so close and knowing they always have someone to play with. Plus having another one will give you something to look forward to, like they day they stop wearing diapers and start feeding themselves! LOL
Best of luck and remember, have fun. Kids give us a reason to never grow up!
2007-04-09 05:43:40 · answer #7 · answered by az_mommma 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-27 21:53:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Going from 1 to 2 kids isn't as much of an adjustment, in my opinion and experience, than going from 0 to 1 child.
Best wishes!
2007-04-09 05:20:24 · answer #9 · answered by Trish G 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know the age of your first child, but our first two children are two years apart. The first two years after the second one was born were difficult b/c it was a lot of hands on, both in car seats, both needed to be dressed, etc... After our youngest turned two and they started playing together it has been FABULOUS.
2007-04-09 05:21:35 · answer #10 · answered by sep 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋