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Consumed by guilt
When my son turned 2 I agreed to try for a second baby. My husband wanted them closer in age but I said I wanted to wait till he was around two, iv just found out I’m pregnant, my sons 2 years and 7 months old and the minute I found out iv just been so sad, and feeling super guilty im taking something away from my son, im crying, my husband herd me upset last night apologising to our son and he said I shouldn’t feel this way it’s not fair on new baby I said im sure the feeling will level out, will they? 🤞
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My daughter is 8 and I’ve just had my second baby, the feeling of guilt lasted my whole pregnancy, but the moment I seen them together and the care she has for her brother…… made every sleepless night and worry worth it! She is an amazing big sister and it’s definitely made me appreciate her as a 8 year old rather than my baby girl, she will always be the one who made me a mummy and that bond will never disappear, we just get to love a little extra now that we share our love. Be kind to yourself mummy, it’s just hormones and the unknown, you’ll be okay ❤️ xxxxx
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I'm pregnant with baby number 2 and due in 3.5 weeks. My daughter is 28 months old. It's a normal feeling to have, the guilt. I've felt it too. I think about the attention I won't have on my daughter. I think about how I love her and what we do now and how it won't be the same. But then I see how she talks about baby brother, how she helps me, how she's interested in everything and know that she will be an amazing big sister. This weekend gone she picked out a toy to give to baby brother which she was excited about. It's hard. There is no right or wrong answer. Hormones are everywhere. Remember that your love won't half, it will just double. But also be kind and forgiving to yourself. Pregnant with a toddler is hard work. ❤️