Well I am 23 years old and will graduate from college this coming May and I figure I will be out of debt in 1 year. My boyfriend and I have been together for 3 years and on and off for 5 years total...we also live together for 3 months now. so I was thinking that in 2 years we could have a baby..now I haven't brought this up to him just yet although he does know that when I'm done school I want to start having kids...is there anything I should do or know before trying to concieve? Last time I got pregnant (miscarried) it happened as soon as I came off the pill..literally 2 weeks later I got pregnant. So what do you guys think? Thanks
2007-09-21 09:07:34 · 6 answers · asked by sandra m 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I would advise you to start saving some money now, and talk to your boyfriend about this, your biological clock may be ticking but his may not even be ready to wind up yet. You'll have to decide if he's not wanting a baby in the next two years, are you prepared to wait, or is this something that could end up being a problem in your relationship?
If he's on the same page... Talk to your doctor (gyno) and inform them that you're thinking of becoming pregnant in the near future...ask what you should do to begin to prepare your body for pregnacy.... most likely the doc will recommend that you increase Calcium, take folic acid, and possible give some tips on excercise that can help strengthen your body for carrying a baby...Also, pregnacy can really take a toll on your teeth, so go and get your dental work before you become pregnant. Best of Luck..
2007-09-21 09:27:06 · answer #1 · answered by Mommacat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got pregnant as soon as I came off the pill too. My advise is to stick to your plan for graduating, getting out of debt, etc before trying. It is also a good idea to start taking prenatal vitamins to watch what you eat, and to stop drinking or smoking before trying to conceive. I'm old fashioned too, but I think you should get married first too.
2007-09-21 16:15:12 · answer #2 · answered by kat 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Save up all the money you can. And get healthy and in good shape. Read up on lots of pregnancy books. Make sure that everything is set in both of your lives before you get pregnant. Like have a big enough living space for three and both get stable jobs and be out of debt with enough savings for the baby.
It would have been good if I did it the right way.
Good luck.
2007-09-21 16:13:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I also think you two should be married first, but definitely don't go off the pill until your debts are paid. Babies are expensive and need a stable financial foundation.
2007-09-21 16:17:53 · answer #4 · answered by Krranberry 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think as long as you feel stable w/ money and the whole living arrangement then go for it. Your biological clock is ticking and there's nothing that will stop it. Take care of yourself. Good luck and God bless!
2007-09-21 16:11:17 · answer #5 · answered by Wendie 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you won't like this answer but....you need a wedding band kids deserve two who have made a vow to commit to each other over a lifetime.
2007-09-21 16:14:10 · answer #6 · answered by motherearth 1 · 3⤊ 1⤋