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In shock

Alexis52005Alexis52005
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I am still in shock and adjusting to the idea of having two under 2. I have a 6 year old little boy who was a wonderful surprise, a 7 month old daughter who was very much planned, and I just found out I am pregnant again. I haven't told DH (or anyone) yet because I know he is going to freak out. Before DD was born we had discussed whether we would be done or would consider having a third child. DH was/is determined that 2 kids is enough and I agreed that 2 was enough, atleast for now. I had a horrible time with post-pardum depression after DD was born and I am not ready to relieve that yet. I have been on birth control since DD was 6 weeks old and after discussing it with DH and my doctor I had decided to get an IUD. My doctor want me to wait until my next period to have it implanted... my period has never come. When I concieved DS I was on birth control but also on an antiobiotic, I am pretty sure that is what happened this time too.

I just don't know what to do. Obviously I love my kids and will love this baby too, I am just scared of the idea of having another little one. I am afraid that my DD won't get to be a baby because I'll have another baby. I'm afraid my DS will have to sacrifice even more now with two little siblings. I'm afraid DH will not handle the news well when I tell him we are going to have another baby. I am afraid of having another struggle with post pardum depression. This is all so new and definitely unexpected, I just don't know how to proceed.

 

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  • moonfaeriemoonfaerie member
    Aw sorry to hear your feelings about this pregnancy. I'm sure things will start to look better once you have time to get used to the idea. FWIW my mom had three under 3 and she did a great job giving us each the attention we needed. I'm sure you'll do a great job too. Hang in there!

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  • HarrietNJMommyHarrietNJMommy

    Congrats and best wishes to you!

    I had 3 in 3 years, and my PPD was really bad after DS. I'm still taking meds........but I love my kids to death, and I don't know any different now.

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  • lisaroolisaroo

    I'm sorry you're feeling so overwhelmed. I say give it a few days and let it sink in a little. Don't feel bad about not being happy or excited.

    As for the PPD, at least this time you can go into it knowing all that you do about it. You can get on (or stay on, depending on your situation) meds ahead of time to prepare. 

    Hang in there. It's a big shock, but everything WILL be OK.

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