To think about a third

[MaybeMaybeNotJ]

Posted in larger families first by accident and can’t delete 🙈

When I already have a DD 4 and DS 2?
Recent idea running through my mind. I said definitely not another after the mild stomach separation after number two freaking me out. Now I’m stuck on the idea of another but later on. But I thought we were done and had “one each” for days out etc.

What a load of nonsense the "one of each" idea is. Talk it through with your partner but if course there is no issue with going for a third of you both choose to.

I wouldn't post this question on Mumsnet. Its most likely going to end up with people telling you not to, think about the overpopulation on the planet, blah blah blah. Lots of people don't like the idea of a family larger than 4 on here (from what I've seen).

What if you have twins?

You need to think of the impact and financial costs to your existing children.

There's no need to be a dick sunshine93, the op said "one each" not "one of each".

Three is a lovely number! A family of four has six relationships going on; add a fifth member and it jumps to ten.

I love the richness and depth. It's like going from 2D to 3D.

I love having three. 2 is rather dull I think

Of course you can think about a third! Weigh it up, do what’s best for you and your family. We just had our third and honestly it is the best decision we ever made, yes it won’t be plain sailing and there are many many factors to think about but apart from Romesh Ranganathan I’ve never heard of anyone regretting their third child... not telling you to go for it. Just telling you it’s ok to think about and weigh up all the pros and cons. Finances etc and being able to spend quality time with the other two are really important factors.