Baby Talk…Lately!
Baby talk. For a woman capable of bearing children, when do you know when you are done?
Our youngest child turned 3 years old last month and over and over I’ve said we’re done, we’re good, the family is complete…no more babies for us! However, lately my hubby and I have been entertaining the thought of another child. It’s a weird feeling…I’m not sure if the feeling is real or not because I’ve never experienced it before. After my first child, I knew I’d want another….so when do you know that the last child you’ve had is truly the last child that you will ever want to have or will you ever know, that’s my question. I would love to have no regrets…
So along with the thought of having another child; I begin to think of all the things I’ve heard with regards to having children when you are older. And I distinctively remember hearing my doctor, a few years ago, say if you are planning to have another baby; it would be best to try before you reach 35! Welp, I’m 35 peeps!
Just a few months ago, I had the conversation with my doctor and it went like this…
Doctor: “Have you and your husband decided if you are going to have another baby”?
Me: “Yep, I think we’re done”!
Now, since that time I’m not so sure…
I am definitely praying about it…is this just a “feeling” that will go away or do I really want another child! I would so love to hear your thoughts and experiences about it…do share, please share!
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Don’t wait too long, had my last at 34 she is a Blessing! My oldest is 24, then 21 yr. old son and 10 yr. old Joelle! I am seriously done! I think praying about it for you is a good thing, your children are precious! Love you Tasha!
Awww, Thank you so much Joelle! And thanks so much for sharing, that means a lot to me! Great advice to not wait too late and yes I am praying about it!
Similar, but not the same. I recently had a conversation with Hun stating I am no longer sure that only 2 children is what I want to do and that I think our family would *feel* complete for 4 children!! Whoa baby! Yep, he’s still out on that one and I haven’t brought it up again. We still have to make it to 2 btw lol 🙂
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Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing…I like how you stated it though; “Feel” complete! I think that’s key!
Yes. Sometimes those ‘feelings’ can get in the way, but I’m not sure in this instance that would hold true 🙂
Surely a lot to think about… As I mentioned, I am praying about it so I can sort through this…In the meanwhile time is ticking…
I’m 42. I had my last daughter at 41 and we are now trying for #3. It isn’t too late if you want another.
That’s Awesome Denise! You are Awesome! This So excites me! Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing with me!
After our second child, we definitely considered a third. I’ve loved every stage but there is certainly something magical about babies. It was hard to think that I would never have another baby of my own to hold and adore.
However, as our kids got older and involved in lots of activities, I was very happy we only had two. My daughter ended up falling in love with gymnastics (expensive sport plus lots of driving her around) and my son also had a variety of activities. My youngest just graduated from high school. It is truly amazing how expensive college is now! So even though another baby would have been wonderful, two ended up being perfect for us.
Thanks so much for sharing Kathy! I can imagine the expenses as our oldest is 8 and she started in gymnastics at 3, then dance and started with basketball last year and just with that our schedules seemed full. So the time and money is also a consideration.
First I want to start off by saying, YOUR 35!! I’m absolutely shocked. You do not look 35, more like 25! What is your secret, you look phenomenal girl. And regarding your question, I don’t know when you’re actual done. I mean sometimes babies come unexpectedly and other times planned, I think you truly know you’re done, when you don’t get goo goo gaga eyes over newborn babies and think aww I want one. But I really have no clue. I wish you the best of luck trying to solve that mystery.
Lol, yes I am 35 and thanks so much girl! And I am learning and sorting it out…I know that beyond the cute baby face is a lot of patience and work as well!