Another boy!

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Due baby boy number 2 in February. Today at a class with my toddler one of the mums asked me whether I knew what I was having and I said yes a boy. She then went ANOTHER BOY tutted rolled her eyes and said you’re going to be shattered!

Literally just wanted to burst out crying there and then. Why do people react like this about second boys??

Could she have maybe meant that there are a lot of baby boys being born at the moment? Are there loads of wee boys at the group? That's what I would have thought rather than you having a second boy which is hardly unusual! A friend of mine has 5 x boys and my cousing has 4 x girls

As a mum of 2 boys, I can tell you she’s absolutely right - you will be shattered 🤣 But boys are awesome so just ignore anyone that shows any negativity!

I have 3 girls and pregnant again( dont know sex of new baby yet) I can confirm child's sex has no bearing in how tired you will feel

It’s a very mixed class so I think she meant it exactly as I took it. But at the same time I know it was an innocent comment and there was no malice. I just find the negativity so upsetting, this little baby doesn’t deserve that!! Thanks @tabbymctwat my toddlers amazing and I know I’m very lucky to have 2 wonderful boys!

@PixieTrance89 exactly! Surely we’re going to be shattered regardless! 🤣

In that case she was being a bit weird. It isn't as if you have a whole football team of boys is it? Strange lady (even if not maliciously meant)

Yeah exactly all babies are tiring and my nephew who is 8 is more laid back than any of my girls my sister says he is a dream 😂

Boys are great! I have 2. I also had a similar thing happen to me, the woman said she felt sorry for me. I love having my boys, like all dc there are hard times but they are a joy.

In terms of tiredness my girl was way more tiring than my boy who is a peaceful wee soul. Dd not so much - a wild woman in fact!

People say stupid, thoughtless shit when you're pregnant OP. Just ignore this tactless, stupid woman. Baby boys are awesome. Congratulations 💐

I opened this expecting that you already had 5 boys (not that it excuses what she said, but to some people it would cause that response).

She was a weirdo - ignore.

I have 2 girls, 2 and 1. I'm currently pregnant with DD3 and I am absolutely shattered 😂

I'm due my 2nd boy in May and I've had the same comments. Its infuriating sometimes that people assume having 2 boys is somehow less than 'getting that girl.' My son i wonderful and i am looking forward to him having a little brother.

Hopefully one day the idea of having 2 boys wont be seen as anything less, its quite sad really.

Congratulations @Twdfn123 sorry to hear you’re having the same comments it’s so sad. It makes me feel that I’m not worthy because I haven’t got “the girl” and that is so ridiculous!!!

That’s so horrible. Congratulations on baby no 2! I’m pregnant with no2 as well who’s also my second boy. I’m overjoyed as I’m sure you are too! Enjoy your little boy when he arrives and don’t take notice of other people’s nonsense.

I’m due my second boy in Feb as well…I’ve had lots of similar responses to be honest, but some nice responses as well of course.

One person did say ‘oh that’s a shame you aren’t getting a girl this time’ which I didn’t really respond to as I was so taken back.

I don’t really understand it, I’m overjoyed to be having another boy - my first one is amazing.

I'm due my second boy in February also 😊.
I totally understand the feeling. Someone said to me " aw don't worry about it, you're still young enough to try for your girl" The rage i felt was unreal.

I am due my third boy in a few weeks and so many people have said to me ‘were you trying for a girl’ or ‘are you going to keep going for a girl’ or ‘are you disappointed it’s another boy’. All that matters is a happy and healthy baby and anyway - I love being a boy mum! X

Christ some people are rude cows.

I've got 2 (adult) sons. I had horrendous pregnancies and was very grateful to have 2 gorgeous healthy babies.

Having two small children is exhausting whichever sex they are.

Congratulations on your pregnancy and enjoy your boys

Sorry to hear about those that have had similar comments. Lots of baby boys being born in February! 🥰

I had another comment today this time someone asked me if I was gutted that it was a boy? What a strange word to use how could I possibly be gutted in a healthy baby!

I had my second son last year and have had these comments too.. I just don’t understand. There’s a 50/50 chance I’ll end up with another boy why are people so surprised 😂 anyway I love being a boy mum and wouldn’t change a thing.

Congratulations OP! I had a girl, then a boy followed by a second boy and I was delighted!!! My daughter is lovely obvs but having 2 boys is a lot of fun 🤩, can be lively and fight but I just find boys a bit more straightforward- how they feel is obvious, no agenda and as long as I have an endless supply of snacks they will run about together and play. Even now, the eldest asserts his seniority at times 🙈, but they actually get on so well! They are now 11 and 15 ❤️. I think having 2 girls would be so much DRAMA 🤣, they seem to thrive on it! These are just my opinions, I love all children regardless and their gender is only a teeny part of who they are.

I hate people who like to make such ridiculous, baseless comments , especially when pregnant and our hormones are raging!! Take care 🤗

I'm pregnant with my 2nd boy, what's annoying me is when people ask if we are going to have a 3rd to get a girl! I actually wanted two boys...so no...we are not 🙄

My thoughts:

I have two boys and I do think it might be the best combo possible.

Sleep-deprived people say dumb stuff.

Try to expose them to all sorts of toys, but prepare for Hotwheels. So many Hotwheels. Fortunately, I love Hotwheels 😀

What a strange comment, why on earth would having a boy be more tiring than having a girl?