Couples need to decide when to have a baby and this means they have to plan much ahead. They have to know when the right time to have a baby is.
Couples do consult their doctor as to when they should have their baby. Several factors have to be taken into consideration such as economic and also the ability to cope up with an additional child in the family in case one already has children. Having sessions with a family counselor does help. One has to be emotionally prepared. The desire to have a child is always there.
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Why Now? Am I Right in Doing Right in Having a Baby?
It is indeed not so easy to decide the right time to try and conceive, as there are several reasons that may appear to be compelling but are not actually good reasons to take a decision. One must not give in to peer group pressure. Often people feel the need to have a child because of social pressure.
Most women prefer motherhood when they are in their twenties, and feel why to wait longer. There are several working professional women who feel that they need to have a child later in life as they need to think of their careers. Whatever said and done it is important to be able to take care of the child, provide utmost love and care and full attention.
There are some women who get pregnant to save a bad marriage.
Once one has settled well in one’s career and also financially and emotionally is sound, then it is possible to think of having a baby
One needs to be prepared to give up much independence and spontaneity for planning and structuring a family. More time has to be spent at home and one has to give time and energy to bring up a normal and healthy baby.
Is My Partner Ready?
It is not uncommon for one member of a couple to feel rather ready before the other does. Both the partners need to balance their time and work together harmoniously in bringing up a baby. One must not neglect the child physically or emotionally. It is good to discuss matters with close friends who have had children to find out how they indeed worked on possible differences in time schedules.
There were moments when one’s partner wants to become a parent, but one may be afraid that he or she may not be ready for it. It is good to explore the reasons for their unpreparedness for having a child. If one is planning to be at home with the baby or to take an extended maternity leave, he may be feeling pressured to earn enough to support the family?
Are There Reasons We Should Wait?
Many couples do struggle to have a child and once they decide to have a baby they must make sure that they are able to conceive normally. Many couples struggle with fertility tests and so far.
Other issues
Many couples do think of whether their relationship is ready for a child? Sufficient time needs to be spent in knowing each other and feeling comfortable before having a child. If a couple spends quality time together, they will be much committed to parenthood.
Conclusion
The dual responsibility of taking care of a baby is important and couples must sort out issues prior to their having a one.