Hi everyone! I wanted to post and see how you decided it was time to have another baby…I am a Mom to a wonderful little boy who will be turning 5 in August. For the longest time I felt like I didn’t want to have any more children. I had a rough time with PPD, and was 21 when I got pregnant the first time, so I was young and didn’t have the easiest time. Now that I am in my late twenties and have a much better grasp on being a mom, I have been thinking more and more about having another child. My husband has always wanted more kids, and has been more than patient with me as I’ve changed my mind between wanting more kids or not.

My son will be starting school this fall, and part of me is really looking forward to having some more free time to myself during the day to do things that I enjoy. I also enjoy the fact that I am no longer up all night feeding a baby, or changing diapers, etc. I like that my son is more self sufficient and knows how to use the potty, get himself a snack/drink, and everything is. To be frank, starting over with another baby just when my life has gotten easier just doesn’t sound…great.

But another part of me thinks it would be wonderful to have another child. Someone for my son to bond with (he has been asking for a brother or sister), and I certainly do miss the times when my son was small…

I feel so torn on what to do. It seems like I change my mind everyday when it comes to deciding if I want a bigger family. I am content with my life now, but I am wondering if when I get older I will regret not having more. I also wonder if the age gap between my children will be too big if we have another baby.

It would mean the world to me if you could drop your opinions and advice in the comments. If you’ve ever had this dilemma, what made you choose one or the other? Thanks, ladies!