Have a blended family - Should we add another

Ancel

I have a good friend and she has five kids. I do not know how but she is doing a great job. She knows how to act with each of her children and when one of them has a trouble, she is always there to help.
In my opinion, it really does not matter how many children you have. The most important thing is that you love them and give enough attention. I think if you want another baby and your budget is fine, it is a great idea!

lilmissmup

Thanks for the replies.

I am keener to do it sooner rather than later as we have most things already and OH is 40 now so wouldn't want to wait too long.

I do feel it's a shame her siblings are much older but they do adore her atm, maybe in a year or two that might change! :rotfl:

Jagraf

Kayalana99 wrote: »

Money doesn't come into it (apart from the original decision if you can afford the extra child), there is no better feeling than watching my two boys play together. I'm not against people having one child, but I certainly feel they have a better quality of life having a sibling to grow up with.

Alternatively they may never get on and cause a lot of heartache in the family. My friend has two nephews who don't speak to each other (now in their thirties) and have given their mother nothing but grief.

I don't think I would have another child for the sake of them having "a better quality of life" as you never know how it's going to pan out and I personally think quality of life can come in a range of sizes (whether no siblings or ten).

Glad though that you get a lot of joy from your choice and if they are close that's lovely.