The decision to have a child is one that should be considered both thoughtfully and realistically.
What to know before considering expanding your family.
All of these things ought to be discussed with your partner before you come to a decision.
(More on that later.)
Questions to ask.
You don’t feel like you’re checking a box.
You and your partner are healthy.
We would be remiss to not talk about the health considerations that come with pregnancy and having a child.
(Here’s more onhow to prepare your body for pregnancy.)
Your relationship is in a good place.
see to it your relationship istruly in a healthy and happy placebefore you move forward.
If you know you’re both there, that’s more evidence you’re ready to be parents.
You understand your child will be their own unique person.
5 signs it might be too soon:
You don’t feel healthy enough yet.
Pregnancy takes a major toll on the body,mentallyand physically.
Don’t discount freezing your eggs or other paths to pregnancy such as surrogacy or adoption.
Your relationship isn’t solid.
You feel pressured to have a child.
You’re looking for a child to fulfill you.
If they don’t feel pure, you’re not ready.
You’re struggling financially.
Children are costlymake no mistake there.
The bottom line.
If you feel like you’re ready to have a baby, that is a beautiful and amazing thing.
And if now you’re having second thoughtsthat’s OK!
