Is it necessary to have a second child ?
By kishuchi
@kishuchi (71)
India
February 17, 2009 3:34am CST
My son is 2 and half yrs old.Now my in-laws,parents and others have started suggesting us to go for a 2nd one.But I feel that my son needs me at all times,and once I get into this process again,I will not be able to give him proper care.People say that single child are more likely to be moody and naughty.As they get all the attention,also they don't learn sharing and caring.I am confused.Should I go 4 second one or not.
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3 responses
@nanayangel (7879)
• Philippines
17 Feb 09
Hi there Kishuchi!
I think that you and your husband should have the final say about it. Consider different factors and don't include what your in-laws, parents and other people would say.
Before, I was facing the same situation. Now my son is six years old and my husband and I decided not to have another child again. It is because of financial reasons and also, I find it really hard when the child gets sick.
I think that other things that you should consider are your future plans for your family, and preparations for the future of your child.
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@qiweihong (56)
• China
17 Feb 09
You should give whole lover to one baby,if you go for second one,you should not all times to take good care of their. he isnt moody and naughty,he feel happy understanding of many the children in the kindergarden.
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@Jae2619 (1483)
• United States
18 Feb 09
You and your husband are the only ones that can determine if you should have another child. My mother in law wanted use to have another baby and we kept saying no.. but she got her wish 5 years after our son was born because our daughter arrived. Now after she pressured us to have another, she doesn't spend as much time with the kids because it's harder for her to keep two babies at one time. You are the only one to make that choice and don't let her tell you that you need one, because you know what's best for you.
