DH wants vasectomy

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DH wants vasectomy
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Thu, 09-07-2006 - 10:24pm
My DH told me today that he wanted to get a vasectomy.
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Thu, 09-07-2006 - 10:30pm

Will he consider counseling?

Sheri Ann

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Thu, 09-07-2006 - 10:40pm

I have to Agree with Sheriann - you should be part of that decision - and not just have to go along with it. You have three small kids... that's alot on a momma - but it's a different stress for Dad.. I'd ask him why he feels it's time for the procedure.. and if he'll wait 6 months before having it done to see if he changes his mind.

You could go on the pill between that time if needed...

Alot of men feel inadequate after childbirth - they know that they didn't go through pregnancy and labor and that they have to provide for the child - or in your case - all three.. :) and that can really stress them out.. see if you can get someone to watch the kids - the two of you go out to dinner and talk about it.. tell him how you feel - but listen to his reasoning behind the decision.

Good luck!

Valerie
DD - Abby 2/24/04
DS - Devin 8/18/98

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Thu, 09-07-2006 - 11:27pm
Thanks for your reply Sheri Ann.
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Thu, 09-07-2006 - 11:30pm
Thanks for your reply Valerie.
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