@christopherpriestley The newborn stage is pretty miserable in general. Yes, it's going to be a lot harder with another kid there.
My daughter was 26m when my son was born and she always loved him and was excited to help and see him. They are almost 2 and 4 now, and love playing together. I've heard a lot of people say it's easier when they get older because they can entertain each other.
My daughter was significantly more advanced at 2 than my son is, so if they were reversed, it may have been different. And, it depends on the temperament of the kids, but it does give them an opportunity to learn turn taking and sharing at-home.
Of course 2 is more expensive than 1. That's personal if you can afford it.
My daughter was 26m when my son was born and she always loved him and was excited to help and see him. They are almost 2 and 4 now, and love playing together. I've heard a lot of people say it's easier when they get older because they can entertain each other.
My daughter was significantly more advanced at 2 than my son is, so if they were reversed, it may have been different. And, it depends on the temperament of the kids, but it does give them an opportunity to learn turn taking and sharing at-home.
Of course 2 is more expensive than 1. That's personal if you can afford it.