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Does anyone else just love having two boys?

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Gateau · 24/11/2009 22:03

I had DS2 four weeks ago. I didn't find out whether I was having a boy or girl but was pretty sure I was having another boy. I'm just so happy to have them both and DS1 (2.7) has been such a star with his little brother.
I know I'll probably get the 'are you going to try again for a little girl?' comments but I really don't think we will go for a third. I feel very blessed and don't have that yearning for a girl that lots of women have. Let's say I feel 'complete'.
I'm not taking away from anyone who has girls but I'm just so happy with my two little fellas. They're just so damn cute and I can't wait for a future filled with mess, madness and fun!!
Anyone else feel the same? Just thought I'd share my happiness!!

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bibbitybobbityhat · 24/11/2009 22:20

I just love having a girl and a boy - but don't know if that counts?

Gateau · 24/11/2009 22:24

Of course it counts; it's just good to be happy with what you have.

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ThingOneofYourNightmares · 24/11/2009 22:33

I've got two boys. I love having them. I never tested, and am very happy to have them. I have lots of friends with two boys and we're all happy together. Some of them have had yearnings for another baby, some specifically a girl, some not!

SixtyFootDoll · 24/11/2009 22:36

I have two boys same age gap as yours, they are a real joy and such good friends, dont think they would be as close if different sexes.
My family is complete.
Enjoy!!

winogal · 24/11/2009 22:57

Absolutely! I have 2 boys age 1 and 3. If I'm being absolutely honest, I was a teeny bit disappointed that DS2 was a boy at first (this is the first time I've ever admitted that to anyone). And I was so cross with myself because I was keenly aware just how lucky I am to have 2 healthy children. But happily, my ridiculous disappointment soon evaporated - DS2 is now 1, and I am now so glad that he was a boy - have come full circle and now think that 2 boys is the absolute best!

DanDruff · 24/11/2009 22:58

nah
two is shit
youw ant three

jellybeans · 24/11/2009 23:04

It's great to see this post as I am so used to seeing negative posts on boys and people 'desperate' for girls! Great to see people happy with what they are blessed with. I have 3 boys, 2 girls and after 4 losses (2 after 20 wks) all we wanted was a live baby/s. All are fab of course but having two are the same gender fairly close is fantastic, my boys are 7 (twins) and are so funny together, they have me in hysterics.

upahill · 24/11/2009 23:13

I have two DS 13,and 10.
Both have done me proud tonight.
I've been to parents evening and all the teachers really like him. They spoke positively of him giving examples to back up the statements and all want him to take their subject and said he is a credit to us!

Second ds was telling how a girl in is class is annoying and went to hit his best friend. He went to stop her and she cut his lip. I said how did you respond. he said he made sure his mate was ok and told mate to come away with him. He said 'you never ever hit girls or ladies. That's what bullies do.'
Got home from parents evening as I went straight from work and they had made me tea.

Lads are great IMO!!

Gateau · 24/11/2009 23:45

It makes me so sad when mums are dissatisfied with healthy boys in their desperation for a girl.
I will be mad if anyone even implies I'm disappointed with not having a girl - I've heard that mothers of sons do get these inane comments. Because I'm not disappointed - not one bit.
When my SIL had her second son, someone said, "I bet you're fuming."

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CLOVER81 · 24/11/2009 23:47

I love having my 2 boys they are 6 and 4 now and the best of friends and my 2 little men

Stressbaker · 24/11/2009 23:48

I love having 2 boys! It was annoying when MIL kept on for about 2 years asking if we'd try for a girl (we're the last breeders and there are no girls) but I love it, and remember there are no monthly hormone roller coasters when they're teenagers! And, they're funny, so funny I'm writing a book!

Mishy1234 · 25/11/2009 02:28

I have one DS and would love to have another boy. I'm due in May and am getting loads of 'girl' comments already. I haven't said (as it's not really fair to show a preference), but secretly am hoping for another boy.

Jacksmama · 25/11/2009 03:19

I have a DS. When I was pregnant with him I thought I wanted a girl at first, mainly because, hey, same parts and everything, I should be able to manage! Never had much to do with little boys before so the idea scared me. Then found out he was a boy after a very frightening amnio and felt that "I don't care what it is as long as it's healthy". I am delighted with my little guy, he is the light of my life, and if I were ever to have another baby (doubtful though) I'd want another boy.

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ABetaDad · 25/11/2009 07:41

We have 2 DSs and they are 23 months apart in age and the best of friends.

We are quiet strict with them though and do not tolerate 'typical unruly boy behaviour'.

They are high energy and we understood they need plenty of excercise, food, drink and sleep. But once exercised they really can concentrate and they do work hard at school and are a joy to be with at home. Totally direct and straightforward most of the time.

We then sent them to a girls school just to cover all the bases though.

Jamieandhismagictorch · 25/11/2009 10:16

I love having my two boys (2 and a half years apart).

You would not believe the fighting they have done along the way, but now (at 6 and 9), they are just great mates. We have a lot of fun together.

And they are COMPLETELY different in temperament, so I do think that what some parents of a boy and a girl put down to gender, may actually be down to personality, or birth order IYSWIM.

Lizzylou · 25/11/2009 10:24

Aaah, this is nice!
I moan about my two (5.75 and 3.75 yrs old), but they really are the best of friends and very loving and affectionate. They do fight occasionally, no more than I did with my brother though! Mostly they play very well together.
Yes they are rowdy and bositerous but we are strict with them and just let them run around as much as possible.
They constantly say that each other is their best friend which makes me have a little weep. DS1 is already excited for when his little brother starts his school next September and has said that he will make sure that they sit next to each other at lunch and on the school trip

MummyTumble · 25/11/2009 10:33

I have DD then DS and and due another in spring....and would secretly love another DS (clearly happy as long as bbay is healthy, but given a choice...). I think it would work better to have 2 little boys, they can cause chaos together and will be closer in age. DS is a little star.

DD is obviosly a love too but the age gap will be quite big ...she really wants a sister though

canihaveapeeinpeacepleasebob · 25/11/2009 10:35

I have two beautiful, funny, clever, cheeky little boys and I love it.
We never tested either and I am more than happy with two blues. As secretly this is what I wanted.
I don't think I'd know what to do with a pink!
Someone asked me the other day 'if you could guarntee having a girl next time, would you have another one?'
My reply was no, because the only guarntee I'd want, would be that the baby was happy and healthy.

bronze · 25/11/2009 10:35

I have three boys and a girl bbgb and am really happy with the mix. The first two re 20 months apart and great friends. Being a bit of a tomboy I really enjoy my boys it does mean that dd seems to be a bit of a tomboy too now though

posieparker · 25/11/2009 10:36

I had two little boys for three years until I had my dd, there is something very special about toddler boys.

Lizzylou · 25/11/2009 10:39

If I had another baby (which is highly unlikely), I'd want a boy as I'd hate DS2 to think that we weren't happy with him and were hoping he'd be a girl.
I do love cooing over girl babies and sometimes it would be nice to have a bit of girliness in our house, it has to said

posieparker · 25/11/2009 10:39

But OP mothers of girls also get asked if they're trying for a boy, not as much but that's because the pendulum is swinging far over to girls at the moment which is a first. It needs to be this way to find balance at the end.

Sorry to say I did really want a girl after I had had my two boys.