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| Congratulations!!! I had my son exactly 15 months to the day after my daughter and let me tell you sometimes it seems like a handful but I wouldn't change anything about how close in age they are. My daughter loves being a big sister and helps out with her baby(that's what she calls him) My advice is to ask for help from your relatives when things seem overwhelming. That's how I've managed.Also let your partner help out as often as he can. Good Luck!!! |
| posted by Virginia on 10/08/2008 12:58 PM
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| Yes! I just found out yesterday that I am pregnant with my second. My first is 16 months. The second is due within weeks of my first. I am scared yet happy all at the same time. I know this will be a hard but fun experience. |
| posted by Angie on 10/08/2008 01:11 PM
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Oh My... I thought we were the only ones!! LOL I am 7 weeks pregnant and we have a 14 month old daughter. The littlest one is due May 26th.
CONGRATS!!! IF you need any one to talk to just shoot me an email. |
| posted by Salina on 10/08/2008 02:22 PM
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| I know the feeling. My son is 2 and I'm pregnant with our second one due in feb. I'm a very nerveous but I keep telling myself my mom had three kids in three years and we all turned out great. Good Luck to you. |
| posted by Hope on 10/08/2008 02:54 PM
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| We have a 3 year old son and I'm due with a second child on Nov 11 th... I'm more nervous about the delivery than I am with how my son is going to handle it... lol he's going to be fine with the baby finally coming out of mommy's tummy... |
| posted by Yasmin on 10/08/2008 04:10 PM
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| We have a 3 year old son and I'm due with a second child on Nov 11 th... I'm more nervous about the delivery than I am with how my son is going to handle it... lol he's going to be fine with the baby finally coming out of mommy's tummy... |
| posted by Yasmin on 10/08/2008 04:10 PM
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We got pregnant within weeks of our daughter's 1st bday. We are thrilled, and baby girl #2 is due in January.
They will be 21 months apart, and I'm excited and TERRIFIED because I don't know how I will find the time to keep everyone happy/fed/clean (hubby included lol)!
My mom had all 4 of my older brothers spaced between 13-16 months apart and her advice is to just get through the first 6 months, because after that, it apparently gets easier. |
| posted by Bethany on 10/08/2008 06:52 PM
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| Hi, my 2 children are 16 months apart. And though it is challenging at times I wouldn't change things. Right now they are 19 months and 3 months. As the 3 month old gets a little older I think it will be even better. My son is the older of the two. He still gets jealous at times but I try to make time just for him. Just remember if your older one starts acting out when the new baby comes that it is out of jealousy and try to give him some extra attention those days until he adjusts. Congrats!!!!! |
| posted by Jennifer on 10/08/2008 09:54 PM
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I have a 17 month old son named Craig and I am currently 9 weeks pregnant with my second baby. My due date is May 16, 2009. So far, pregnancy has been pretty tough with a toddler. I feel like I am depriving him of his quality time with me. The guilt kills me! Luckily, I have my mom to help out during the day and my husband at night. I also worry about how I will be able to give my second child the same love as my son. This is all so confusing!
~Rachael
PS. Eva, this was a great topic to start! |
| posted by on 10/08/2008 10:22 PM
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| The guilt gets worse after the new baby is born. It took me a good 3 months to get used to having 2 and establishing somewhat of a routine. I felt guilty during my pregnancy with the second one as well because I was so sick! And do not worry about the love for the second one, I was worried about that too. I am still amazed at how much love I have equally for both of them! I am thinking about having a third! |
| posted by Jennifer on 10/08/2008 10:28 PM
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| My son is 3 yrs old and I'm 35 weeks pregnant with my second child... I'm more worried about labor and delivery than my son... He reminds me 100 times a day that there's a baby in there (my tummy) he's looking forward to meeting his new brother or sister... We plan on having him help out with the baby right away so he doesn't get jealous... |
| posted by Yasmin on 10/08/2008 11:06 PM
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| My son is 3 yrs old and I'm 35 weeks pregnant with my second child... I'm more worried about labor and delivery than my son... He reminds me 100 times a day that there's a baby in there (my tummy) he's looking forward to meeting his new brother or sister... We plan on having him help out with the baby right away so he doesn't get jealous... |
| posted by Yasmin on 10/08/2008 11:06 PM
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| My son is 3 yrs old and I'm 35 weeks pregnant with my second child... I'm more worried about labor and delivery than my son... He reminds me 100 times a day that there's a baby in there (my tummy) he's looking forward to meeting his new brother or sister... We plan on having him help out with the baby right away so he doesn't get jealous... |
| posted by Yasmin on 10/08/2008 11:07 PM
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Hi Everyone!
I am so glad to have gotten back such great feedback. My due date is May 25th and Jacob's b-day is July 27th. I know for sure it will be an exhausting experience but I'm happy to have been blessed by God to have another baby. Its strange because before I found out I was pregnant, I thought that Jacob needs a sibling he can grow with. That will help him better understand the concept of sharing and taking care of others. My husband is very excited and we've already discussed ways to share responsibilities. I'm very excited, even more now after hearing from you guys! |
| posted by Eva on 10/09/2008 10:27 AM
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Hi Everyone!
I am so glad to have gotten back such great feedback. My due date is May 25th and Jacob's b-day is July 27th. I know for sure it will be an exhausting experience but I'm happy to have been blessed by God to have another baby. Its strange because before I found out I was pregnant, I thought that Jacob needs a sibling he can grow with. That will help him better understand the concept of sharing and taking care of others. My husband is very excited and we've already discussed ways to share responsibilities. I'm very excited, even more now after hearing from you guys! |
| posted by Eva on 10/09/2008 10:27 AM
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Hi Everyone!
I am so glad to have gotten back such great feedback. My due date is May 25th and Jacob's b-day is July 27th. I know for sure it will be an exhausting experience but I'm happy to have been blessed by God to have another baby. Its strange because before I found out I was pregnant, I thought that Jacob needs a sibling he can grow with. That will help him better understand the concept of sharing and taking care of others. My husband is very excited and we've already discussed ways to share responsibilities. I'm very excited, even more now after hearing from you guys! |
| posted by Eva on 10/09/2008 10:28 AM
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Hi Everyone!
I am so glad to have gotten back such great feedback. My due date is May 25th and Jacob's b-day is July 27th. I know for sure it will be an exhausting experience but I'm happy to have been blessed by God to have another baby. Its strange because before I found out I was pregnant, I thought that Jacob needs a sibling he can grow with. That will help him better understand the concept of sharing and taking care of others. My husband is very excited and we've already discussed ways to share responsibilities. I'm very excited, even more now after hearing from you guys! |
| posted by Eva on 10/09/2008 10:30 AM
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Hi Everyone!
I am so glad to have gotten back such great feedback. My due date is May 25th and Jacob's b-day is July 27th. I know for sure it will be an exhausting experience but I'm happy to have been blessed by God to have another baby. Its strange because before I found out I was pregnant, I thought that Jacob needs a sibling he can grow with. That will help him better understand the concept of sharing and taking care of others. My husband is very excited and we've already discussed ways to share responsibilities. I'm very excited, even more now after hearing from you guys! |
| posted by Eva on 10/09/2008 10:31 AM
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Congratulations, and don't be too worried. My two are 14 months apart and both have been very different personalities. I had bed rest with both and an induced labor as well. It is very, very challenging at times, but you pull through. As everyone will always tell you - it flies by, and it's so true. My daughter is now 3 and my son is 2. SO they are both running circles around me!! :)
Take lots of pictures, and worry about the baby book later. Just start a box to keep stuff you want to put in it later. Make sure you keep up with one really good friend, she will be there for you to lean on/cry on. Sometimes another family member is helpful, or even better networking with other mom's like these ladies to keep yourself grounded. If you like there is another thread called Irish Twins, for those that have multiple children close in age.
We now have both kids in a Mother's Day out program. I have really enjoyed life better now that I get a few hours to myself. Start to look in your area at the churches. Some just have a one day a week program. It might be good for the older sibling to go to "school" for a few hours to give you a break and to bond more with your little one. Another benefit is that the older one gets some dedicated attention from the teachers, and can get some playtime in with children their age.
Good luck, and sleep whenever you can, seriously!! And let the DH (Darling Husband) help, even if he doesn't do it the way you would have. It's still help!! |
| posted by Jennifer on 10/09/2008 01:31 PM
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