do you think that is to much of an age gap?

I think not having a baby just for this reason is not valid. My son is 4 now , we want to have another baby but just for financial reason we have decided to plan after one year. So it depends upon your finances and the way you raise your kids.

Its not too big of an age gap when having children. Sometimes women have to do it that way so they are prepared and their bodies are fully healed. If I have another one it will be around the age of 27 maybe 28 even. I had my first two at 19 and 20 respectively. So they will be a lot older if my husband and I decide to have another one.

Age gaps are no different from any gap I don't think, people cope and I believe what is meant to be is meant to be, I say go for it, a new life is a new life, Good luck.

Yes, 7yrs is a bit on the higher side but still within limits, I feel. Don’t put it off further, though. I sincerely feel that all children should get equal attention of parents. So if there are four or five kids with ages between 10 to 2, it doesn’t make much difference as they kids age is equally spaced out so each gets his/her due importance. However, if there is a huge gap then parents usually pay more attention to the baby, leaving the elder child to fend for herself as she being older, is expected to understand and help.

My sister and I have a 7-year gap but we turned out fine. We like each other. I think its in one's child rearing.

I don't think a 7yr age gap is a big deal. Children are such a blessing and there is no good or bad time to add to your family. Having that gap would actually be beneficial I believe because your son will be such a big help around the house when a new baby arrives. If this is something that you and your husband really want then I say go for it! I had my kids 23 months apart and didn't know how I was going to handle 2 toddlers...but I got used to it and put my "SUPER MOMMY" hat on and embraced it. Good luck to you and I know you guys will make the right decision

No, I don't think so at all. It's quite common for siblings to be born several years apart. My mother's eldest sister was old enough to be her own mother, and there were five children in a large quite stable family. I feel you should not let worry over an age gap stop you from having another child, because if you don't have that child, you could regret it later. Good luck to you.

I don't think it matters. My son came along six years after his youngest sister and both his sisters spoiled him rotten...and they were great for helping out too!

Seven years of a gap? I believe so, but i guess it is of an advantage. At least your son is already mature and ready to understand the responsibilities it carries as to take care of his younger sibling. ^_^ And you can also give the same attention and affection you've had with your first child. That way you can adjust and provide the needs of your children.

A gap of 7 years is in fact ideal. Your son will have outgrown his dependency years and you will have more time to take care of the younger child. In fact a 7 year-old can take care of the child in many ways reducing your work load further. The bond that will develop between them will be very healthy and strong. The understanding and the love a 7 year-old can develop for an infant sibling will surprise you. My sister is 6 years younger than I and I remember minding her as my mother used to be busy with the very large extended family we had. My elder brother and I still lookout for our 'baby' sister even now, 46 years after she was born. And you will get a homegrown baby sitter for free!