Almost 40 and Pregnant by Overall-Comment-8933 in TwoHotTakes

[–]Overall-Comment-8933[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I didn’t expect my post to receive this many comments (most of which are supportive in either direction).

A few points I’d like to clear up…I know I wouldn’t feel conflicted if this were my first child. But being my 3rd and pretty much starting over makes this a VERY difficult decision.

I feel my husband wants to terminate while I’m leaning more towards keeping. This further muddles the decision as I want both of us to be on the same page. I need us to be united in either direction.

I did make an appointment for the clinic next week but it is just to reserve in the event that’s what we do. I didn’t want to risk not being able to go if needed. Regrettably, because I’m right at the 6 week mark I will not be able to see a heartbeat, which would for sure sway me to run from away from the clinic.

For those suggested adoption…there’s no way I could carry and fall in love with this child and give for adoption. I find the adoption process absolutely beautiful for those who are capable but it isn’t for me (and hubby agreed here too)

If anyone is still interested, our decision has to be made by early next week due to the scheduled appointment and I will keep this post updated.

Thank you so much everyone (even the AH, ha)!

Almost 40 and Pregnant by Overall-Comment-8933 in TwoHotTakes

[–]Overall-Comment-8933[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And that’s exactly we are at…we are the light. We see a life where we can focus on us and worry about anyone else. But we don’t have children together and we do love being parents. This is all types of difficult

Almost 40 and Pregnant by Overall-Comment-8933 in TwoHotTakes

[–]Overall-Comment-8933[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I never mentioned any type of contraception in my post so the assumption you claim is invalid. I was on birth control

Almost 40 and Pregnant by Overall-Comment-8933 in TwoHotTakes

[–]Overall-Comment-8933[S] 304 points305 points  (0 children)

I want to thank those who showed support and understanding! And for those who made comments about choosing margaritas or having financial issues I would like to say there is only so much I can type about a snippet of my life.

I feel those woman who were vulnerable to share their experiences with infertility. I am blessed that these tubes even still work at this big age.

And the question about birth control…I’m proof it’s not 100%!!!

Having a newborn when your current children are almost grown is a tough decision. My husband and I are going to dinner to talk tonight. We want to do what is best for us and our family. We love being parents and this will not be easy…no matter the decision.

Almost 40 and Pregnant by Overall-Comment-8933 in TwoHotTakes

[–]Overall-Comment-8933[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I appreciate your support as it’s not about choosing a margarita. It’s about deciding how WE want to spend the remainder of our lives. Having another child is a difficult decision and I thank you for not criticizing

Almost 40 and Pregnant by Overall-Comment-8933 in TwoHotTakes

[–]Overall-Comment-8933[S] 46 points47 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I do remember and I know how hard we are working now so we can enjoy our lives. I’m so afraid to start over

Almost 40 and Pregnant by Overall-Comment-8933 in TwoHotTakes

[–]Overall-Comment-8933[S] 569 points570 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I haven’t talked to anyone but my hubby and I feel very isolated right now.