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avamamma
My Girl
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How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
I did think that I was done for a while, but deep down, I knew that I wasn't. My reasons why:
1)I couldn't give away/throw out any maternity clothes, baby clothes or baby gear.
2) I have put off ordering personalized Christmas stockings for us, because when my family is "done", I want us all to have matching stockings. (Silly, I know)
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kristen92450
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Re: How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
How many kids do you have now? I think you will get a feeling in your gut..I got a feeling a wanted a baby..I'm guessing it happens with each child..
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| Posted 11/10/07 8:30 PM |
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Charly
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Re: How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
I always knew that I wanted at least 2. I swore after the first baby and PPD I'd never have another, but then at about 6 months or so I started really really wanting a sibiling for DD.
I got PG a little sooner than I planned and I'm nervous about having 2 little ones, but excited too
If you can't give up your maternity clothes or baby gear I don't think you are quite ready to call it quits yet
Message edited 11/10/2007 8:35:13 PM.
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| Posted 11/10/07 8:34 PM |
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cantbelieveit
Love these kids!
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Re: How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
Good question, when you figure it out, let me know, lol. I wonder the same thing.
Message edited 11/10/2007 8:42:57 PM.
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Porrruss
Nya nya nya
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Re: How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
I've already got the itch for #2- possibly #3. DEFINITELY no more than 3....
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| Posted 11/10/07 8:46 PM |
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my3boys
I love these boys
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Re: How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
I always wanted four children which I now how (3 of my own and a step dtr) I know deep down I'm done since my life is crazy with this many already I have also been getting rid of all my baby stuff but when I look at it or hear someone is pregnant I do get upset and think am I really done? But then I look at my 9yr old throwing a fit, my 2yr old running threw the house like a mad man and my 8mo old trying to eat dog food I realize YEAH THIS IS IT  I will admit though I would love to give birth again (it's so wonderful) and being alone in the hospital with the baby for the couple days your there for but to come home and realize that we would now have 5  Don't think so 
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| Posted 11/10/07 8:53 PM |
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4ForMe
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Re: How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
I have four children with three of them extremely close in age (I had 3 boys at 2 and under) - enough said. I love my children to death, but one more would be the straw that broke the camel's back. I'm done.
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| Posted 11/10/07 9:06 PM |
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chelle
It's a Good Life
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Isn't it obvious?
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Re: How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
Posted by Porrruss
I've already got the itch for #2- possibly #3. DEFINITELY no more than 3....
SAME!
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| Posted 11/10/07 9:09 PM |
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sassrph
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Re: How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
I have an itch as well for another Baby, I don't want Ds to grow up as an only child.
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KateDevine
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Re: How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
I am done because I had an absolutely horrible, miserable pregnancy and I never want to be pregnant ever again.
And I don't think it would be fair to DS to have to live with a mother who can't function.
DH and I are so thrilled with our child and love him so much that we don't feel like we need or should have another one. Funny thing is, most people WANT to have another for the reason I just said.
I gave away ALL of my maternity clothes as soon as I had the kid and his clothes are packed up and they will be given away too.
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| Posted 11/10/07 10:40 PM |
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avamamma
My Girl
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Re: How did you know that you are done having children/How did you know that you want more??
Posted by KateDevine
I am done because I had an absolutely horrible, miserable pregnancy and I never want to be pregnant ever again.
And I don't think it would be fair to DS to have to live with a mother who can't function.
DH and I are so thrilled with our child and love him so much that we don't feel like we need or should have another one. Funny thing is, most people WANT to have another for the reason I just said.
I gave away ALL of my maternity clothes as soon as I had the kid and his clothes are packed up and they will be given away too.
I laughed when I read your post, because I felt the exact same way as you do for a very long time. DD turned 3 in July, and only then did I consider #2.
I had a terrible pregnancy and felt like I had been run over by a bus for at least 2 1/2 after.
There are days now, when I am at work, in a cute suit, and I am not huge and pg and I am not sick to my stomach and I thank the Lord that I am not pg. But, then there are days when I think that one more might be nice.
We were ttc, but took a break because it wasn't working. I still go back and forth trying to decide what to do. But, we are leaning towards trying again.
Part of me thinks that we are soo lucky to have DD (who is a real handful btw), that we really don't need another. But, she is also asking for a baby a lot. She says "Mamma, can we get somebody little like me?" It melts my heart. I mean don't get me wrong, is she wanted a pony, we wouldn't be getting her one... You know what I mean...
I think my biggest fear is that if I don't do it, I will regret it someday. So, we will see.
Message edited 11/10/2007 11:03:04 PM.
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