I've always wanted 2 kids but when we have our first, it made me realize that having a kid isn't a walk in the park. It isn't just about the hugs and the snuggles. You also have to deal with proper nutrition, discipline, etc. I grew up in a household/culture where having a nanny is pretty much common. I grew up with both of my parents working so we have 2 nannies when we were kids (1 for me, 1 for my brother). So everything could be easier for my parents. But things are different here in the U.S. Childcare is expensive and I want to be a SAHM. But I'm not sure if my reasons for having another one is valid or if it's just a result of FOMO.
My husband raised very important points of being content with what we have - financial security, predictability with our routine (we have a colicky kid so we're so glad we're over that phase), providing all our attention to one child, and sleep. He has some health issues and so the lack of sleep in the past years hasn't really helped. But the though of closing the chapter of having another one makes me really sad.
I'm not old (32) but my clock's ticking!
My husband raised very important points of being content with what we have - financial security, predictability with our routine (we have a colicky kid so we're so glad we're over that phase), providing all our attention to one child, and sleep. He has some health issues and so the lack of sleep in the past years hasn't really helped. But the though of closing the chapter of having another one makes me really sad.
I'm not old (32) but my clock's ticking!
