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I felt the same way because of my traumatic labor and c section and my husband already had a 18 year old so he was fine with it but got pregnant right after I stopped breastfeeding at 17 months and I’m currently 5 months pregnant but I don’t think I’ll have a third one.
I'm right there with you, Heather. I have no desire to have another baby, our little guy will be an only child. While it makes me sad to think he might wish he had a sibling at some point in his life, I know what I can handle, and I want to make sure I'm a present mom and not an overwhelmed one!! Lol. Not saying other moms can't juggle multiple kids, because so many are amazing at it - I just don't see myself doing that. I always joke things are easier when the number of parents outweigh the child! 😅 Not to mention, daycare is expensive!!!
Kids will complain about having a sibling or not having a sibling. Gotta take care of yourself too girl!! I will say that my recovery with #2 was easier but managing 2 kids is NOT easier than managing 1, don’t let anyone fool you about that!
I was set on two but my traumatic postpartum experience sealed the deal on one and done. Yes on tough days I am scared he will grow up and feel alone with no siblings. I couldn't provide that for him. But it is the right decision, no doubt
@Sarah I am so sorry for your traumatic post partum. I can completely relate to that.
Thank you all for your perspectives!
I was fine with just my son for 11 years, but then as he grew I saw how lonely he was, no one his age to talk to and play with, he would cry for a sibling. I now have a 22 month old and I'm 6 months pregnant because I don't want her to grow up alone like her brother, & this pregnancy is rough...