Unplanned pregnancy

Recently found out I’m pregnant with a 4th baby. This baby would put us at 4 under 6. Sounds crazy to say out loud. I love love love my kids and adore the baby phase but this seems like a possible mental breakdown. I know people say “you’ll never regret having the baby” but will this come at the expense of my mental health and each of my other three feeling my love and presence?

Oh I’m a stay at home mom and pretty much do everything without a lot of help. My husband is an amazing partner he just works so hard to provide a wonderful life for us!

Thank you for reading this. Really struggling to figure out the “right” answer

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I'm a mom of 4. Unexpected & my two youngest are Irish twins 10 months apart... four is definitely more than 3 and your mental will get to you if u let it but as a mother it's also a blessing because some women can't have kids and you just have to make sure u give each child their own time... but try not to lose yourself ... its hard if u make it hard but having a supportive partner makes it easier

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I could not. I hope you know that whatever decision you make is the right one because it is yours.

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Unfortunately in the end only you and your husband can decide what is best for your family. But don't let anyone shame or guilt you.

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Awwwww! It is sooooo much! But if you can treat it like a job and research, investigate, analyze, and put together an action plan. I say being a sahm is a job and should be treated like one. Research and look up other mom routines of multiples…suggestions, schedules, how they organize, do self care, and handle the mental load. See what resources may be available to you as well for mental health as well mama! Utilize your social media outlets to gain some insight, wisdom, feedback, and inspiration! Being a mom is hard work but there are so many undiscovered ways to organize, structure, employ support systems to help keep ya afloat!

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I know lots of people will say it’s your body, it’s your right, make whatever decision is best for you, but please think of that sweet, precious baby that is asking for a chance at life. We as parents get stretched thin all the time, whether it’s with 1 or with 5. But we’re strong and resilient. Your family growing is a beautiful gift and everyone will love and adore that baby.

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