Why do YOU want to have a child?

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Why do YOU want to have a child?
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Mon, 07-28-2003 - 9:56am
This is just my curious poll to see what everyone's thought process is. I know my reason to have #2 is different than number one.

Yvonne (and Ian 8/1/01)

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Mon, 07-28-2003 - 10:25am
Yvonne-

Our first child was a huge suprise to both of us. I was on BCP (pills). So now that we have gotten married and enjoy him so much we felt that we need another one because he is now 2. We wanted our children close in age but not that close. We really wanted them 2 to 3 years apart. That is why we wanted number 2 child. They are such a blessing. We really enjoy each other and would like Micah to have some one to play with.

-Stephanie

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Registered: 04-28-2003
Mon, 07-28-2003 - 10:44am
Our son was a suprise for us, but such a blessing. Having him and watching him grow has been the most wonderful experiance in my life. Getting to share that with my dh just makes it that much more special. I want a nice big family. I want ds to have someone to grow up with, and all of my most wonderful memories are of my son and everything he has done, I think it would be wonderful to do it all again with another baby. I can't remember what life was like before he came, and I think it is great to be able to bring so much love and happiness into our little family. Our son is 3 now, so we may be a little late in starting, but ds is so helpful and good it will be that much easier and enjoyable for me. That way ds can participate that much more. I can't wait!

Stacy

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Registered: 07-02-2003
Mon, 07-28-2003 - 11:44am
I am TTC#1, and I just can't imagine my life without a child. All growing up it was something that I wanted...this is what I want out of life- to be a mommy. I never imagined it would be taking so long! I will not feel complete until I have a child.

Tara

 

 Tara~ co-cl of Pregnant after TTC

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Registered: 05-07-2003
Mon, 07-28-2003 - 11:47am
I have been with DH 11 years married for 1 1/2 years. We never really thought about it until about 8 months ago and now, I cannot tell you why, we both think of nothing else.

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Mon, 07-28-2003 - 12:36pm
I just want to be part of the miracle of life. :)

Marcia

ttc#1

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Registered: 03-31-2003
Mon, 07-28-2003 - 12:47pm
I am TTC #1 and the primary reason that I want a child is because I know that DH and I will be good parents and hopefully do the world some good by having the privilege of shaping a person who is good, kind, and loving. Also, both of us have always wanted to have children. I have never imagined myself not a mom. I cannot wait to experience the miracle of conception, bonding with my child as it grows inside of me, preparing for the birth with DH, bringing the baby into the world, experiencing that amazing love that everyone talks about, watching him or her grow and learn, and seeing the world through a child's eyes again.

Anne

BTW, good poll!

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Registered: 05-15-2003
Mon, 07-28-2003 - 1:16pm
With our first child I was "ready" to have a baby. I just felt it. And when my DS was born something was just complete in my life. And now it feels right again and I knew it would be the right time when my son started asking for a baby. My DS is 3.5 he'll be 4 in November. I think he is also "ready" along with DH and myself. I really didn't care how far apart my kids would be I just knew when we would be ready it would come up one way or another. With my DS asking for a baby I think that means we are ALL ready. It is not just about DH and myself but it also effect my DS also.

Tammy

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Registered: 07-24-2003
Wed, 07-30-2003 - 9:55pm
I ache to have another child in my belly, arms my heart! I can't give a specific reason except that I always have wanted a big family and know that I have a lot of love to give!

Amy

ttc#3

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Registered: 04-23-2003
Wed, 07-30-2003 - 10:17pm
So naturally plain and simple for us. After 7 years together (1.5 married), we just woke up one day and decided we're ready. We want to start our own little family. :)