It's just a weird question to me, since he's my fifth child, and I hear this so often.
2007-12-28 17:39:05 · 13 answers · asked by rhea b 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I just had my 4th child and people ask me that all of the time. I notice it much more with my 4th for some reason. I assumed it was because I am in my 30s and look like I could just be starting my family. Also, when I'm out with my newborn my other children are at school. I believe people want to give me tips and advice on how to handle a newborn, warn me of the joys and pitfalls, that sort of thing.
2007-12-28 17:50:36 · answer #1 · answered by curious c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are out and about with this baby and it has been awhile since your last, do you not have any of the other kids with you and you have new stuff, it is a very common question for people to ask if this is your first.
2007-12-29 01:49:27 · answer #2 · answered by Kari K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may look young, but it's probably because they don't know you. Admiring babies is an acceptable social behavior, but what do you say to Mom after oohing and aahing over the baby? Now you know. Personally, I ask the baby's age, smile and say "Congratulations."
2007-12-29 01:51:48 · answer #3 · answered by jelesais2000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People ask me this all the time. I think it is just typical "small talk". However, I have asked why a couple of times and they said, "Because you seem to be a little too protective of her, like a new mother". I feel like saying, "Why because I will not let you touch her because I do not know you"? Silly women! :)
2007-12-29 03:33:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe you just look superfantabulous for someone who has had 5 kids and people always feel compelled to ask that question, just go with the flow and flaunt that body of yours,lol see if it were me i would say no it's my 5th baby and then just look at the look on their face, smile politely and walk away.
2007-12-29 01:44:56 · answer #5 · answered by Wishmaster 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you must look young for your age. actually i asked a lady the same thing today - she was due in 9 weeks and i asked if it was her first and this was to be her 5th. she looked too young to have more. but obviously wasnt
2007-12-29 04:51:13 · answer #6 · answered by madiesmum 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have your other children with you when you're asked?? If so, then yeah, that's really weird to be asked. If they aren't with you, then that at least makes some sense!
2007-12-29 01:44:44 · answer #7 · answered by ~*~Always&Forever~*~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think because there is something special about seeing the glow in a new mom.
2007-12-29 09:39:14 · answer #8 · answered by Andrea 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, you probably look good for your age and stress level LOL! Take it as a compliment!
2007-12-29 01:54:09 · answer #9 · answered by Kerry V 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Because may be u r so slim..and have a prematuare look..It is related to your age and appearence
2007-12-29 01:50:57 · answer #10 · answered by surya p 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋