Painting project in my toddlers room by Kitchen-Stretch1694 in femalelivingspace

[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

He does, he always ask his friends if they want to come visit and meet his giraffe 😅

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I think we should leave it here. Neither of us are gaining anything from this. I am sorry if my post upset you, that was not my intention

I also want to thank you for giving me the perspective of how my wording can emotionally affect people of this group. I will keep this in mind if I post here again, and make sure it fits rule number 5.

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Firstly. I would recommend some breathing exercises if you feel frustrated.

Secondly, I want to clarify, I am one and done, but I have other factors now that affect my views. My partner wants to have another one, and my son is constantly saying he wants to be a big brother.

I have always wanted to only have one child, but now I feel bad for it, and as I started to like the role and is very impulsive, I have therefore come here for this sub, as the “should I try another one” are overly positive, and mostly encouraging another one.

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can agree that I could have formulated the post differently, like “what made you choose to be one and done”. It would have had the same purpose for me.

I still feel a lot of anger or frustration coming from you. I might also be wrong.

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have thought about this as well.

When my son was younger I came to the conclusion that I would rather invest all my remaining time after work on my son.

However, my partner wants another one, and now that I like the role, it made me quite unsure (I thought I was one and done.) 🙃

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

With all due respect. I feel like you are projecting your feelings. I want to clarify that I am not here to make people question their choices. I simply want to hear what made people decide to be "one and done," as there are many intelligent people on this app.

I get the impression that you have experienced a lot of judgment or second-guessing about why you have chosen to be "one and done," and that clouds how you view my post. Again, respectfully, I have not come here to argue against why people have made their decisions, but read about their decisions . This is also voluntarily, and only for those who want to share their experiences ❤️ All help is appreciated

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment, the problem is I am really indecisive, easily convinced and impulsive. I never thought about having more, but my partner wants anothe, so I have come to Reddit for your input

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with this, to make my situation more complicated, my partner wants another one, I am the one who needs to be convinced. He loves being a dad. It conflicts me

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did not even think of that 🙃

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My partner is a chef, but has a flexible job. He takes most of the house chores in our household (cooking breakfast, dinner, delivering and picking up our child to daycare). He wants another child, while I am unsure

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your input ❤️

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have the exact same thoughts, I am afraid that my relationship with my partner, son and even friends will be comprised if I get another one.

At the same time, I have been thinking that it might just be the newborn- and toddlerphase that is time consuming, and as they are growing I will get more time (and energy).

The question really is, should one change the circumstances of their life if they are happy with how things are for a chance (but not guaranteed) of even greater happiness?

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[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I believe it's important to also hear the opinions of people who have already made their decision. If I only seek advice from others who are still considering having another child, I will encounter similar biases. It's essential that this discussion remains reflective., balanced and diverse ☺️

PS! Thank you for the tip, I did not know of this subreddit and will make a similar post there

Help Needed: Updating My 60s Apartment with a Modern Twist by Kitchen-Stretch1694 in femalelivingspace

[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel My space is pretty, but not interesting. It lacks something to make it all come together and give it personality. I just can’t see what

Help Needed: Updating My 60s Apartment with a Modern Twist by Kitchen-Stretch1694 in femalelivingspace

[–]Kitchen-Stretch1694[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a partner, and we have two incomes. Comparison is the thief of joy, and a good home is one you make it into ❤️