So. I have a 3 year old and a 20 month old and have just found out im pregnant with my 3rd. I had actually taken the morning after pill but turns out it hasn't worked. My partner was happy when I first told him and he was even making jokes about us being a family of 5 etc. but then I was saying how I was unsure about having a 3rd and he says he's also 50/50 but I do feel he's more leaning towards not wanting it because the time isn't right. Because the last 4 years have been full on and they have been hard having 2 kids already so close together.
And now we would need a bigger car etc and neither of us have worked in ireland since we only moved here less then 12 months ago. We dont have the money to buy a new car outright so finance would have to be the go to.
I just dont know what to do. Im only 4 weeks pregnant but need to decide whether to keep or not.
Our relationship hasn't been great for a while and now and again I do think about leaving him because im not happy. I just dont know what to do?
Well I think it would be best to get rid but at the same time I feel I'll be emotionally recked after? But is that worth it then to have another child and then suffer and struggle?
The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of Peanut.
Learn more about our guidelines.
First I would think about the pros and cons of keeping the baby. If there are more cons than pros of a new addition then you need to do what's best for the children and family you already have. Is your husband attentive to the children yall have already? Is he a hands on parent and partner? Can you picture yourself with three children? If you were to leave your husband can you survive on your own and provide for them? It's so many factors to having children that it shouldn't be taken lightly. I support you in whatever decision you decide to make. Make the best decision for yourself and mental health. Best wishes for you and your family.

I think you should keep the baby and figure it out. I know it’s stressful, but I feel like you’d emotionally do better if you kept her/him instead of getting rid of the baby. Like you said, you’d be emotionally wrecked and I feel like if I were you, I’d be reminded of this baby every time I looked at the children I already had. However, if you are sure you don’t want anymore children after this one, I’d get my tubes tied or something like that. I hope this is somewhat helpful! Either way, we support you! ❤️

9

1
16
1
3

4

1
8
3