Stopping at 2?

[yellowmeerkat]

We are in the very fortunate position of having 2 beautiful healthy children, with a small gap, both under age 3.
I always thought 2 was my number, but now I’m starting to wonder if I want a third. Just have this feeling I’m not done.
DH pretty convinced 2 is the right number for us, and maybe I would always have this longing for another however many children we had.
just interested to hear from those of you with 3 (or if you are one of three siblings) how you find it, and how much more difficult it is compared to 2?
my main concerns would be stretching myself too thinly and not being able to give enough of my time to each child, as well as the obvious financial and practical implications.
thanks in advance!

I’m one of 3 and I’d never have 3!

I think you're mad to consider a third. I had two with a two year age gap. By the time I was 26 weeks pregnant with my youngest, I knew I never wanted any more!

I loved it when my youngest started school, I dropped them both off and felt like I was free. I felt sorry for the other mums who were either pregnant or had new borns, going back to sleepless nights and nappies.

@Peonies12 do you mind me asking why? Was there was somebody left out etc?

I'm one of three I said I would never do that to my kids. I did it I wouldn't change any of them but I wish I'd stopped at 2.

Three is just harder. More stretched, more cost, less willing support. More pressure, less ability to parent well.

I have 3. Had my 3rd 6 months ago and wouldn't change a thing. I'm one of 3, knew I wanted 3 and just didn't feel complete at 2. I loved being part of 3 siblings growing up. We were a team. I must admit it's been a shock to the system as my middle child is 4 so going back to nappies and sleepless nights has been difficult. But I know these days are very short lived so trying to soak it up as much as possible as he's my last. If you don't feel complete, then I would just go for it. I knew I'd never regret having a 3rd but I may regret not. I should also say we are financially comfortable which always helps. Good luck with your decision.