More than one baby

I always wanted two kids, but after having my first I started feeling guilty thinking about her getting less attention and her sibling never getting the same kind of individual attention she got. I did have a second when my daughter was only 18 months old. It has been tiring and patience draining. I’m not perfect at all times like no one is, but what helps me a lot is reading about toddler and infant development. Understanding that they’re learning how to be a person, have no ability to regulate their emotions, and have limited ways to express themselves helps me take a moment to ask myself why they’re reacting the way they are and give them so much grace. I also give myself grace after I have my moments where I’m not regulating myself well. I try to remind myself that I’m teaching by example what healthy emotions are and how to regulate those big feelings with deep breaths, hugs, etc. It’s tough mama. Give yourself some grace and patience too

I completely get what you mean with the patient aspect. I actually knew earlier on that if I ever did have kids, it would always be more than one. I grew up with my two brothers and I all within five years of each other and I always wanted my kid to have siblings this way they can play with each other and not need me to play with them all the time nor for me to resolve every single conflict as there will always be a tiebreaker amongst the group of them. I know that the ears will be tough, but worth it all in the end plus, they’ll have each other forever. Even when I’m gone

I feel like if you have to ask maybe you aren’t ready for another one! 9 months you’re still going through all the hormones and getting to know your baby’s little personality. Enjoy it and wait until your heart knows it wants another one.

I always wanted two kids, I didn't want my daughter to grow up alone. Her cousins are 10 years older than her and we live near zero family. God decided I could handle it though cause I got twins the second time around haha