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| I have a 14 month old, Jacob. We always spoke about having another child but have no idea it would come this early. A big part of me is very excited, but I'm also VERY SCARED!!! Is anyone on the board going through this now or have gone through this? How did you or how are you handling it? If anyone can spare some kind of guidance that would be great. |
| Posted by Eva on 09/30/2008 08:40 AM
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| Well, I'm currently not pregnant but we are trying again. We started trying about a week ago. We have a son who will be having his first birthday next Wednesday. Our logic is that we will never be "ready" for the next one and it will be nice to have them so close in age so they can play together. Best of luck and congratulations! |
| posted by KRISTA on 09/30/2008 09:54 AM
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| Hi there, I can so relate! I am pregnant and my daughter is 15 months. When my son is born they will be 18 months apart. I am really scared about how will I manage 2 babies with a Husband who works long hours and no family close by. I take comfort in knowing God is in control! |
| posted by Pam on 09/30/2008 12:04 PM
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Hi Eva! Yes, Been there, am there! I have 18 month old twins and am 8 months pregnant! My emotions have been all over the place this pregnancy, but I am excited, and in my heart of hearts, I know children are such a blessing and a gift. I had a crazy desire for another child when our girls were just about 9 or 10 months old, and since I hadn't gotten my cycle back, I was like, well, you never know how long it is going to take. Well, I think after this pregnancy, I can pretty much be sure fertility is not an issue with us. :) Anyhow, just one day at a time. Also, I think you will find that your son is much more independent by the time baby #2 arrives. Even my girls, every day they are growing up so much and are becoming more independent. And just think, you will have 4 months more than I have for your little boy to grow up.
Anyways, I will hold you in my heart and in my prayers in the coming months, as I'm sure you will go through so many emotions as I have. One thing that has helped me is when I realize, this is not just another "baby", it is another unique child with so many gifts and much personality. He is my baby, and I will be his mommy.... and I will love him just as much as my girls, he is a new member of our family! I have often gotten in this mental trap of thinking of my baby as just one more person draining me of my everything! But taking some time to readjust my mindset has helped a lot. So congratulations!!! I understand how scary it is though too. Motherhood is an amazing journey and we will be SO much better for it! Peace, Colleen |
| posted by colleen on 09/30/2008 10:42 PM
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CONGRATS!!!!!
You're going to be tired, but it's an adventure! ;)
My children are 19 mos. apart. You'll be fine.... you will be tested, but the strength of woman is amazing! Just try to get help for when the baby comes home, recovery is hard with a little one... but it'll work out, it somehow always does!
CONGRATS again, that is exciting news!
Let's just say I was for sure I was done when I was about 8 mos. preg w/ #2... she'll be 6 mos in a couple days and I want more!!!
IT GETS EASIER!!!! |
| posted by Candice on 10/01/2008 01:37 AM
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CONGRATS!!!!!
You're going to be tired, but it's an adventure! ;)
My children are 19 mos. apart. You'll be fine.... you will be tested, but the strength of woman is amazing! Just try to get help for when the baby comes home, recovery is hard with a little one... but it'll work out, it somehow always does!
CONGRATS again, that is exciting news!
Let's just say I was for sure I was done when I was about 8 mos. preg w/ #2... she'll be 6 mos in a couple days and I want more!!!
IT GETS EASIER!!!! |
| posted by Candice on 10/01/2008 01:37 AM
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CONGRATS!
You are going to be exhausted! But you'll get through it, it's defn an adventure!
My children are 19 mos. apart. Best advice I can give, is get help when you come home because recovery is difficult with a little one. Trying to establish baby #2's sleeping schedule takes time, be patient, it gets easier!
I thought I was done, but she'll be 6 mos. in a couple days and I want more. It doesn't stay tough forever and the rewards, whoa! so worth it... congrats again! |
| posted by Candice on 10/01/2008 01:39 AM
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CONGRATS!
You are going to be exhausted! But you'll get through it, it's defn an adventure!
My children are 19 mos. apart. Best advice I can give, is get help when you come home because recovery is difficult with a little one. Trying to establish baby #2's sleeping schedule takes time, be patient, it gets easier!
I thought I was done, but she'll be 6 mos. in a couple days and I want more. It doesn't stay tough forever and the rewards, whoa! so worth it... congrats again! |
| posted by Candice on 10/01/2008 01:39 AM
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CONGRATS!
You are going to be exhausted! But you'll get through it, it's defn an adventure!
My children are 19 mos. apart. Best advice I can give, is get help when you come home because recovery is difficult with a little one. Trying to establish baby #2's sleeping schedule takes time, be patient, it gets easier!
I thought I was done, but she'll be 6 mos. in a couple days and I want more. It doesn't stay tough forever and the rewards, whoa! so worth it... congrats again! |
| posted by Candice on 10/01/2008 01:39 AM
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CONGRATS!
You are going to be exhausted! But you'll get through it, it's defn an adventure!
My children are 19 mos. apart. Best advice I can give, is get help when you come home because recovery is difficult with a little one. Trying to establish baby #2's sleeping schedule takes time, be patient, it gets easier!
I thought I was done, but she'll be 6 mos. in a couple days and I want more. It doesn't stay tough forever and the rewards, whoa! so worth it... congrats again! |
| posted by Candice on 10/01/2008 01:40 AM
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CONGRATS!
You are going to be exhausted! But you'll get through it, it's defn an adventure!
My children are 19 mos. apart. Best advice I can give, is get help when you come home because recovery is difficult with a little one. Trying to establish baby #2's sleeping schedule takes time, be patient, it gets easier!
I thought I was done, but she'll be 6 mos. in a couple days and I want more. It doesn't stay tough forever and the rewards, whoa! so worth it... congrats again! |
| posted by Candice on 10/01/2008 01:40 AM
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| Thanks to all for the encouragement and blessings!! The more I think about it, the more excited I get because its just SO amazing knowing I'll have another great child to take care of. |
| posted by Eva on 10/01/2008 10:31 AM
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| Thanks to all for the encouragement and blessings!! The more I think about it, the more excited I get because its just SO amazing knowing I'll have another great child to take care of. |
| posted by Eva on 10/01/2008 10:31 AM
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I'm glad you are feeling better. And if you still have those overwhelmed moments from time to time.... that's normal.
Take care! Colleen |
| posted by colleen on 10/01/2008 07:56 PM
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GOOD GRIEF!!!!! I just saw how many times my comment posted! I didn't not mean to do that by any means!!!
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| posted by Candice on 10/02/2008 12:35 AM
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