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Tell me about your wonderful boys please

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thehockeyandtheivy · 21/12/2005 12:55

Well I had my 22 week scan today and as some of you know I was desperate for a girl. It is a BOY! I am surprised but also surprised that I'm not at all disappointed. I saw my wonderful baby in there how could I wish him to be anything different from himself, he looks wonderful.

I still have some thought adjustments to do as I was convinced he was a girl and don't have much experience of boys (I have a dd already) I also only had a girls name. Can you please tell me about what your ds's are like and how wonderful they are. only good things about boys will do please, is it different from having a girl? how are they special to you? etc.

You'll make me very happy to hear about them. Thanks

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tamba · 21/12/2005 12:56

I have 2 ds's and they are affectionate and loving. I wouldnt swop them for the world. Md ds1 tells me every night that he loves me to the moon!

JeNOELum · 21/12/2005 12:57

I have 2 ds's too and I think they are both wonderful - they have their moments of course like all children do, but they are so loving and really make me laugh.

I would like another baby in the near future and I would really love another boy!

Dotthehalls · 21/12/2005 12:59

I've only got boys, so don't have direct experience of the differences, but my 2 boys are total opposites to each other, so I'd say don't automatically think your ds is going to be 'typical' because there probably aren't any typical things!

Having said that... both my boys love rough and tumble games - lots and lots (and lots) of energetic running around/throwing them up in the air/knocking each other over type things - and the little one's only 20 months!

They're both obsessed with vehicles - trains, cars, planes, trucks - anything with wheels!! Although the little one also loves his soft toys and dolls and will 'talk' to them for hours and look after them! (the big one never did this!).

So many things..! You'll love your ds no matter what he's like - congratulations!!!

NutcrackingXmas · 21/12/2005 13:00

I had a boy after having 2 girls and can honestly say it is fantastic. I was worried about it but I really needn't have been. He is soooooo loving and affectionate and I can't imagine not ever having a boy now, and would love another boy.

elliott · 21/12/2005 13:00

I have two ds's so can't comment on whether they are different from girls - but they are certainly different from each other! they are little people to me first and foremost. They are both gorgeous, sweet, cuddly, lively, loving, and generally wonderful! But they have their own characters and personalities - in fact one of the hardest things to get used to when ds2 was born was that he was different in so many ways to ds1 - so I still had to learn it all again...
enjoy getting to know your lovely little boy.

handlemecarefully · 21/12/2005 13:01

Oh great - a thread where I get to wax lyrical about ds!

He is 19 months old, really extrovert and gregarious. He is right up there with the 3 yr olds at toddler group trying to join in.

He looks at me very intensely sometimes, puckers up and gives me the most loving kisses.

When 3yr old dd was upset yesterday he went over to her and tenderly stroked her hair and handed her bottle of juice to her.

He is mischievous and cheeky and full of fun.

Pinotmum · 21/12/2005 13:02

I secretly wanted another girl when I was expecting ds but when the scan showed it was a boy it didn't matter a jot. It was the unknown like you say but all children are different. My ds at 3 yo is the most lovable, happy, cheeky charmer you could meet and that is his pre-school keyworker talking not me (but I agree). Boys are fantastic and my dd and ds play and fight together endlessly so having a sister for dd would not have made any difference imho

handlemecarefully · 21/12/2005 13:02

I secretly hankered after another girl when I was pregnant with ds too (as already had a daughter and it was what I was used to). Since he arrived I have never looked back and I genuinely have no preference re the gender of number 3 when we get around to having him / her!

NotHavingXmasInChicagomum · 21/12/2005 13:03

I had a dd (knew early on in the pregnancy as had to have an amnio) then 3 years later had ds (didn't know until he was born) like you couldn't really think of having a boy as all I had experienced was a girl so therefore also felt that the second was a girl. Ds turned 1 2 days ago and he is fantastic, tbh there does feel a diferent and special bond between mother and son. I also find he is a much easier baby than his sister was (but can't say wehter that is because he is a boy, or a second child (more relaxed parents and we have to share our time between two of them) or it is simply his nature). What ever the sex of a child they are all special, but I kind of like the fact that I have one of each, seems a nice balance iyswim.

overdrafttopayforchristmas · 21/12/2005 13:03

My boys are so loving.Mummys and their boys and all
You know where you are with boys.They spend less time screaming than girls when they are toddlers.They don't grass each other up constantly like girls.Your partner will love playing sports with him.I bake with my boys too and my eldest still gives me lots of cuddles still and he is nearly 10.You can get some great clothes for little boys and they are fun. I do have a girl too to compare the two.I wanted a girl the first time too. I had another son and the last one was a girl but, I have to say i really wouldn't of minded another boy.

Congratulations on expecting a son.

IOTAnnenbaum · 21/12/2005 13:05

I love my 2 boys - they are 6 and 4 and have quite different personalities - one is into cars the other is into weapons (such stereotypes!!)

They are very loving , energetic and totally fab (except when they're fighting with each other)

congratulations

Dotthehalls · 21/12/2005 13:07

ooh - this thread's got me feeling all warm and fuzzy about my boys!! But just wanted to say the ONLY thing I miss out on is buying fab girls' clothes! Boys clothes are mostly very dull and you have to look hard for non grey/dark blue stuff. I love buying clothes for friends with girls 'cos I get to look at purple and pink stuff! Ahem... But my boys are gorgeous and if we ever had another, I'd secretly wish for another boy!!

JeNOELum · 21/12/2005 13:08

Yeah I agree with that - you can get some really lovely, cute girls clothes and boys clothes do all seem to be much the same.

Saying that I would probably be bankrupt if I had a girl - all those scrummy clothes!

Kelly1978 · 21/12/2005 13:09

I have three boys. my baby boys are like puppies, crawlign everywhere, teamign up to destroy the place! They are incredibly affectionate too though, really cuddly. DD was far more independant than them, and she is more the type to sit and draw, whereas the boys want rough and tumble, and games! Boys are def fun, but tiring!

Kelly1978 · 21/12/2005 13:11

my boys have ahd a few nice bits too. My fav outfits atm are some rallh lauren jumpers and soem humpfrey's corner dungaree sets from mothercare. It's jsut a matter of looking. Mackays are nice for trad stuff too, I got ds a few outfits from there, nice knitted jumpers and corded trousers for Xmas.

skerriesmum · 21/12/2005 13:11

I have a gorgeous, funny, adorable little boy, he is nearly 3 and I love him to bits! There's nothing like it when he says "we're best friends Mommy" or "I love you"! We're planning a second and I'd love another boy!

Rudolphthebluenosedteddy · 21/12/2005 13:13

I have 2 DS's & they are total opposites!
My DS1 has never been a rough & tumble boy, is very quiet & is a very affectionate, caring little boy.
My DS2 is far more confident & was much more of a climber than Ds1 ever was. He is such a characture & makes everyone laugh!
Both my boy's are forever telling us how much they love us & I adore them both to bits!
If I had to have a 3rd I would love another boy!

Roobietherednosedreindeer · 21/12/2005 13:15

I had ds (now 8mo) when dd was 3yo (having secretly wanted another girl) and he is the cuddliest snuggliest little chap who absolutely loves being cuddled by his mummy. Obviously dd was also a gorgeous baby but ds just loves being held much more than she did - makes for an extra scrumptious baby imo!

emily05 · 21/12/2005 13:19

I felt the same as you. Really wanted a girl and was so worried when I realised that I was having a boy. I really thought I wouldnt be able to relate to a boy.

Ds is now 3 and I wouldnt change it for the world. He is funny, cute and loving. This is going to sound slushy - but I love the fact that I am the only female in the house now (!) dh and ds are protective over me and they are my boys and I love the dynamics (iyswim!!)

gladbag · 21/12/2005 13:21

I really hoped I was having a girl right through my pregnancy, and was secretly dreading having a boy. I have four sisters, and of my 20 odd cousins, only 3 are boys. My dad has 5 sisters etc etc. We are a very female family!

So ds was a bit of a shock, but from the moment he was born I have completely adored him. It takes a few days to get used to boys bits, and that's it!

He is now nearly 2. Despite trying to avoid gender stereotypes, he is obsessed with wheels, engines and balls, but also loves books, dolls, babies and animals. He is full of beans and very lively, but also cuddles and kisses with the best of them.

Congratulations! Boys are fab.

northerner · 21/12/2005 13:21

My ds is 3.8 an is an adorable, cheeky monkey of a little chap. He is always telling me he loves me, you're the best Mummy in the world etc.

He has endless energy, never sits still and wants to be a super hero so he can save the world.

ISawFrannyandZooeyKissingSanta · 21/12/2005 13:24

Boys need you so much; their egos are so delicate. You will feel like the most improtant person on the planet. I love sensitive, affectionate, loyal, charming, trusting, sweet little boys! (and yes, I wanted a girl too

When you see him you will fall in love...

More prosaically, Mothercare (if you hunt around) and Vertbaudet are both good for boys clothes that are a bit out of the ordinary.

Janos · 21/12/2005 13:31

I have a 13 month old DFS. He is very sociable, loving (loves cuddles and kisses) and sweet natured. He loves to explore and enjoys playing with other babies.

I didn't know I was having a boy until he arrived

Witchycat · 21/12/2005 13:31

I have one of each and I love them both to bits.
DS is funny, charming, great conversation, asks endess questions which is challenging and maddening but thought provoking and fascinating too.

I love playing lego & trains & 'heroes' games with him (not saying girls don't do these things but they do seem to be a favourite for boys).

I don't have to wade through acres of frilly pink nasty clothes when I shop for him (sorry if you like pink & frilly ).

Sounds like you're already realising he is a person and not just a gender - I'm sure you'll feel like that more and more as you get to know him and you'll just love him to bits.

Hope you have a great time with him.

Janos · 21/12/2005 13:32

Er..DS..obviously! Sorry, CANNOT type today.

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