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Conception

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Starting a family

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dalekwalker · 27/08/2022 16:45

Hi,
I am rather nervous about posting this. Me and my partner are hoping to start planning for a baby. It is something that we have wanted to do for a while. I wondered if people are still hoping to try for a baby, even though it is hard right now? We don’t want to put it off any longer but as I can’t talk to family as most have passed away, I wanted to seek wider views.

So embarrassed for posting this.

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JaneGnR88 · 27/08/2022 17:10

Hi @dalekwalker don’t be embarrassed it’s a totally valid question! And one that has popped into my head.

But yes, we’re still trying, I see having a child as something bigger than everything which is going on and as long as we’re in a position to provide for them it’s still the right decision. However, I did used to think we would have a couple (if we’re lucky enough to even have one!) but I’m not so sure now!

It’s a very personal journey so only you and your partner will know what’s best for you 😌

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dalekwalker · 27/08/2022 17:22

Thank you so much. What is worrying me is if I will be the only one bringing a child in the world - stupid I know - and don't want them to be alone.

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dalekwalker · 28/08/2022 15:05

If anyone else could offer advice as well, I would appreciate it as feel stuck in limbo.

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anotherpotoftea · 28/08/2022 15:15

Lots of people are trying! Have a look for things like the June baby thread.

There’s always something bad happening in the world, but life goes on, and so does people TTC.

NeverHadANickname · 28/08/2022 15:16

Definitely lots of people still trying to conceive and having babies! Like PP said, check out the conveption boards for people in similar positions. Good luck.

PinkDucks · 28/08/2022 15:18

We started ttc just before covid. When covid all began we wondered whether to put things on hold but ultimately decided that nobody knew when it would all end and we could end up putting things on hold for years and we'd regret it. We continued ttc and it took a little while so we didn't have our daughter until mid 2021 when things had pretty much returned back to 'normal'. Hindsight is great and I'm so glad we didn't put it off but I guess it could have worked out differently. It's so hard to know what will happen in the next few years but ultimately if you know it's what you want and you're in a good position now, I'd say go for it and trust you'll cope/adapt to whatever the future holds. If you wait, there will probably always be something to make you doubt if it's the right time. Good luck!

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dalekwalker · 28/08/2022 16:25

Thank you so much for this. I easily get anxious and worry and the fear of what is going on at the moment.

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