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December 2011 Moms
nilly5
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Zoo trip (lil long)
nilly5
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So we took DS to the children's zoo today for his birthday. He had a grand old time looking at all the animals & statues outside. He LOVED getting to pet the goats. He thought it was funny to stick his finger by their mouth because they would lick him. He couldn't take his eyes off the penguins! He wasn't very happy that he couldn't get through the glass to get closer to them.
Alright, so besides our great day at the zoo, I went out to eat with my parents. I had mentioned to them that I always feel bad when DS sees other kids because I think he would be a great big brother. Well, my mother flat out told me that "I dont NEED another one right now" I got a little defensive and said "so you guys think I shouldn't have another child, ever?" My dad goes "I didnt say anything". My mom got up & took DS into the bathroom to change him. So my dad and I sat and continued the conversation. He basically told me that he doesnt NOT want us to have another child, but he worries whether or not we could afford it. I can understand that concern, and I told him that if we had a kid closer to the end of the year (doesnt matter which year) that we would get the extra money on our taxes, and that would help a little. Then he told me that he would like us to have another child before he's gone. (I always laugh when he says this. My dad always thinks that death is right around the corner for him, but he's been pretty healthy for the past 64 years <<his age) I told him, dont worry dad, I would like to be done having children by the time I'm 32. (I'm 25 now & pg w/ our 2nd. I'd like 3, but we have to see how 2 goes first)
So either way, I think it's going to be hard telling my parents about this baby. Both have come to the "conclusion" that another baby for us wouldn't be right, but I think it will all work out just fine. I can understand about the concern of enough money, everyone worries about that. If this one ends up being a girl.....ooooohhhh man, she will be soooooooooooo spoiled. (so far they only have grandsons, a granddaughter would just tickle my dads heart)
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Re: Zoo trip (lil long)
I'm sorry they didn't seem to excited about DC #2. I'm sure they will be once you tell them - try and look at as they are protecting their own little one?
As for the money, I'm thinking that a second child is going to be a lot cheaper than the first because you already have a lot of the stuff.
Glad your DS loved the zoo! We are planning on taking DD there in a few weeks.
Breastfeeding and pregnant!
I'm glad your DS had a great time at the zoo.
As for your parents, I agree with pps that it's not their decision or business whether you and SO decide to have more kids. I'm sure they just have your well-being in mind and I know it's not easy to hear but it's really up to you and your SO. They will probably be excited once you tell them the news. Good luck!