Almost all married couples think about a second child. Many questions immediately arise. Should you have a second child?
Instructions
Step 1
First of all, it is worth thinking about all the difficulties that will arise with the appearance of a second child. The financial side of the issue is one of the main ones. Think about whether your family budget will be able to overpower the second baby. If the second pregnancy aggravates the financial condition of the family too much, this can lead to frequent friction and quarrels between spouses, and tension in the family will be felt. But if you look from the other side, then by resorting to partial savings, using the things that were purchased for the first child, you can cope with the appearance of a second baby without obvious material stress.
Step 2
The state of health of both spouses must be taken into account. Does the woman's health allow to safely transfer the second pregnancy, taking into account the age and individual characteristics, so that there are no pathologies and unpleasant consequences for the mother and child? A man must be sure that he is ready for a new load, additional material costs, as well as moral and physical factors. Caring for two children requires the constant involvement of both mother and father.
Step 3
To make everyone comfortable, as well as the new baby, you need to consider whether you have enough space at home for all family members. You may have to do some redevelopment of the house, rearrangement of furniture, the main thing is that all family members can comfortably accommodate and coexist normally. This will help avoid family friction and other problems associated with a lack of personal space for everyone.
Step 4
It is necessary to properly prepare an older child for the appearance of another baby. Under the age of three, children cannot fully perceive the fact of the appearance of a brother or sister. This becomes the cause of jealousy in the child, children cannot calmly and happily coexist. It is necessary to constantly devote time to the first-born so that he does not feel deprivation of parental love and care. The child needs to be positively tuned in advance to the appearance of a second baby.
Step 5
Both spouses must decide on the second child. Weigh the pros and cons, no one from a married couple should have doubts and uncertainties. The decision should be mutual, both dad and mom should want a second baby. In this case, the family will have healthy interaction and support.
