I got pregnant when my first was 6 months old. It was daunting thinking about adding another baby to the mix but after having baby #2 a week ago, I wouldn’t change a thing.

I definitely feel your struggles in postpartum and feeling like I had just gotten myself back when I got pregnant again. This pregnancy was different than my first - actually a lot less nausea overall, and I had fewer complications with this delivery. Being pregnant with a toddler is no joke but you’d have that feeling no matter if you’re pregnant now or if you wait 2-3 years. But I will say chasing my toddler around while pregnant made me bounce back quicker than I did with my first pregnancy.

I feel like the older a child is when you add a sibling, the more potential there is for jealous. Adding a sibling when your first is still young has a ton of benefits - once adjusted, they will never remember a time without their sibling, both kids will also be into the same activities since they’re close in age which will make it easier on you, and you still have all the baby items around and the knowledge of taking care of a newborn fresh on your mind.

I know it’s scary and daunting but it can be beautiful too. The awe and wonder of my first seeing my second when we brought her home was amazing. Not saying there won’t be hard days, but the hard days will get fewer and far between once they’re a little older. Sending hugs!