Is it best to have kids when young or older?

Question

Judging by all your experiences is it best to have your kids at a young age or an older age? (I know its personal preference etc.. I just want opinions)

Answer 1

i had my son at 19.. Don't regret it at all. I like the fact that when he's 6 and wants to watch cartoons, i'll watch them with him.. When he wants to learn how to ride a bike, i'll be running beside him.. When he's in high school i'll be able to help him.. When he has kids i'll be able to run after my grandchildren... =]

But with age comes wisdom. I wish i was more financially stable before i had him, had a career and all that good stuff.. But when i look at his sweet face, the letter " I " doesn't exist..

Answer 2

There are many young and old bad parents out there. Just because some may have waited does not mean they have more money or are more emotionaly mature. I beleive in younger so that you still have energy to spend with them and also you have those extra years to spend. It is a personal preference and the ones who are bashing youn mothers are naive and need to open up their minds

Answer 3

Younger for me. I always knew I wanted to have a family when I was younger rather than older. I had my 1st baby, a little girl when I was 1 month of 22. I'm pregnant again with baby 2 and I'll be 24 when s/he arrives.

Answer 4

When you are older you have more maturity and experience to contribute to your children. You are also more likely to be "settled down" and to be more mentally prepared for the time and stresses of parenthood. I have been a social worker for several years, and in general, I have seen better parenting from older parents. Younger parents tend not to understand the importance of discipline, immunizations and health care, and also lose their tempers easier. If you are going to have a child young be prepared to listen to someone older and more experienced than you (your parents for example), and maybe even take some parenting classes. That is not to say that all young parents are bad, I am talking about numbers here and not individuals.

Answer 5

i think the best is young age maybe age 24, 25 or 26...it is on this age or stage when one can have good genes for your children...besides when you reach 50 years old your kids will be half of your age...just like your own sis or bro...

Answer 6

Younger.I had my son at 19 and wouldn't have waited till even now at 27. While I'm always happy for 40somethings who finally have a baby my first thought is usually how is the persons physical health going to hold out?

Answer 7

Well, I personally am going to wait till im about 28. I know that seems old but i want to be able to give my kids the best i possibly can.

Answer 8

There is not a set age. It depends on what is right for you. Sometimes younger is better. Sometimes not young but not old is better. Sometimes old is better. I prefer not young and not old.

Answer 9

well it always depends on the person. If you like going out and partying, you might want to wait.
If you want to be a grandma by40, do it young :)

Answer 10

There's no right age, it's about when you are ready to devote your whole being to another! Children change EVERY aspect of your life, and you must be willing, there is nothing worse than a parent who resents their child! Young or Old, it's about your willingness to sacrafice and understand that years of your life will be NOT YOURS! But, understand, that when you are ready it is so worth it! Of all my accomplishments my son is my greatest!