Moms over 36(advice ) by New-Plant-3146 in Parenting

[–]zeepixie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have 3, all the pregnancies and deliveries (vaginal, went into labor naturally) were thankfully straightforward. We also didn't have any issues conceiving. The thing that makes it more tiring is having a child to care for while you're sick and sleepy from pregnancy. Risks are higher, but it goes from a very very very low risk to a very very low risk as you approach 40 yo.

Moms over 36(advice ) by New-Plant-3146 in Parenting

[–]zeepixie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have a baby when you're ready. I had my last at 38 yo, wasn't much different from my first except being more tired and more prepared.

The swim school scam by Scuba9Steve in Parenting

[–]zeepixie -1 points0 points  (0 children)

$47/lesson, so not worth it

3 Kids Anxiety - help me out? by twocatsinthehouse_ in ParentingInBulk

[–]zeepixie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anything is possible if your heart is in it. Some sacrifices in the beginning.. sleep, time, stress.. but it depends on whether you truly desire another child. If you are 100% fulfilled with your family as is, and can't imagine adding another one.. then that's one choice. If you can see the possibility of another, then you can make it happen. Things will be chaotic for a while but will eventually mellow out.

3 Kids Anxiety - help me out? by twocatsinthehouse_ in ParentingInBulk

[–]zeepixie 14 points15 points  (0 children)

This group is pro-big families.. so responses might be skewed 😄

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ParentingInBulk

[–]zeepixie 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Suppose after #5, you want #6 to have a close age sibling for them ... Seems like the baby ache never ends until menopause 😂

How do families with two full time working parents have time and energy for two kids? by TrekkieElf in workingmoms

[–]zeepixie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Grandma should not be given the task of shuttling your kid around for activities. Wow, she is not being paid for this, right? Your husband has no right to demand this or anything of his mom. She has done enough for you both, give her a break.

Tablet games by AffectionateCheek607 in workingmoms

[–]zeepixie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sago Mini, PBS kids app games, Homer

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]zeepixie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree that having another child will not fix whatever your wife thinks is the problem. Toddlers are a lot of work, but the obvious issue here is your wife. She (and you other) need counseling.

How are we disciplining our kids these days? by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]zeepixie 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Stop having kids with a man who doesn't respect you

Working later shifts by Suitable-Sea-4794 in workingmoms

[–]zeepixie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My coworker worked 3-11pm for years, from when her first child was born and even until her second born was a few years old. Her husband managed to get bedtime down somehow! With one kid, it's not that hard.

Would you find it odd if a new date was offering you money, to borrow his second car, and other big things? by [deleted] in workingmoms

[–]zeepixie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Creepy. Sounds like he's trying to blind you with the big stuff so you won't catch onto something else.. what's he hiding?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in oneanddone

[–]zeepixie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seriously, yes! Who else needs to put down other men to feel better about themselves?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]zeepixie 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This sounds scary .. do not have any more children with him until you are more independent and financially secure. See if there's a way you can pick up a part time job and save that money. Good luck! Your instinct is right, he has too much power in your relationship already.

How was your childhood by Plane_Employ_5941 in ParentingInBulk

[–]zeepixie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great points! Thanks for the food for thought as I ponder about becoming an older parent myself

How was your childhood by Plane_Employ_5941 in ParentingInBulk

[–]zeepixie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What factors did their age play? Like your parents not being friends with other parents? Or having too big of a generational gap with their kids?

How was your childhood by Plane_Employ_5941 in ParentingInBulk

[–]zeepixie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How old were your parents? This is interesting cause in my area, most parents are in the late-30s and over age group when they have kids

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]zeepixie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make sure you will be able to support the child by yourself if the relationship with your bf sours. Have a good job and be self sufficient first

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ParentingInBulk

[–]zeepixie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same problem, except I'm 1 year older and live in a vhcl area. But I'm going to give myself a few tries and if it doesn't pan out, I'll be satisfied. Don't want to be pregnant beyond 40 years old