Has PPD made you question more kids?

nmc29

I had it for the better part of the past 8 months, and I've seriously caught myself questioning having any more kids because of it.

Has anyone else felt this way?

jaime5121

I still feel this way.  I want a second child more than anything, but REALLY don't want to go through PPD again.  And I didn't really have it bad.  I guess it doesn't help when I spoke with my Dr and she said well, I guess we'll try and wean you since you are already talking about a second so fast.  I didn't think it was fast.  We are talking about MAYBE trying at the end of the year.  My DS will be 18 months then.  IF we get preggo immediately, when #2 is born, DS will be over almost 2 1/2.  I guess I don't see that as quick.  Oh well.  Any advice anyone?

dianah36

It's definitely made me question having more kids - it's really scary. BUT I don't think I'll let it stop me.

jenny1980

Not really. I will be more proactive about treatment next time. Knowing what to expect (and knowing that I'll feel better) is huge.

We're actually thinking of 3-4 kids.

 

*speedracer*

god yes.  the whole 1st year was just awful, i never thought i could do it again.  It takes time, but you will get there.

for baby #2 i lined up my support system ahead of time assuming the worst would happen.  things have been 10000% better.  it's bittersweet, because now i realize what i missed out on when DS#1 was a newborn BUT i feel like i got a do-over, kwim?

sophiet496

I'm right there with you!