Anyone expecting another baby?

Cassandra - posted on 01/26/2010

Well my son is 17 months and Iam currently 12 weeks pregnant due in August again...lol...My due date is exactly a week away from my sons! Im kinda concerned about the jealously issue with my boy.As he is ALWAYS the center of attention wherever we go and once the baby is here he gonna have to learn to share the "spotlight" Are you worried about this?

Emily - posted on 01/24/2010

I had my daughter 26 days before my son's 2nd birthday and I am due again in April which is 4 months before my son's 4th and daughter's 2nd birthdays.

Clariza - posted on 01/24/2010

the need to be picked up all the time is a phase...my daughter does the same thing. Its the biggest issue i have w her. That and her trying to communicate w her new words that she forgets to use, then gets frustrated and cries....the crying is overwhelming at times. Read about tantrums and how to deal and handle them. Remember this is a phase and it is normal. You are not alone. When worse comes to worse, i put my daughter in her crib as a time out, close the door and walk away. She stops crying and i go and get her out. It may not be the best way, but it helps keep me sane for a few minutes.

Leanne - posted on 01/20/2010

yes I have two boys and now I am almost 8 weeks pregnant agian

Maija - posted on 01/17/2010

My son is 1year&5months old now and I`m expecting our second baby to be born this August.Our baby is also going to move to "big boys`bed" before the new arrival comes.

Valerie - posted on 01/14/2010

34! what an old woman!! lol. I'm 40 years old. Anyone else a bit on the older side?

Valerie - posted on 01/14/2010

I have tried to tell my son that there is a baby in my tummy, but at this point I don't think he understands at all what I'm saying.

Lise - posted on 01/13/2010

Hi I have three kids right now, my son Caleb was born jan 2006, my daughter Rosalee was born may 2007 and Merek was born aug 30 2008, so I understand your concern its not easy but you have to know your kids and do a little bit at the time. My olderst is on potty trainning and I want to start with my daughter, i find its not simple but we working together and it work so good luck and congrat.

Stacey - posted on 01/13/2010

I have 4 kids age 6 1/2, 3 3/4, 3, and 16months and am expecting our 5th in march. It is hard work having them close together sometimes, but also really lovely as they all get along well with each other. None of my kids have had issues with jealousy of a new baby which I don't know if that is just luck or if the age had anything to do with it. I hope everything goes well for you!!

Josee - posted on 01/12/2010

I have 2 girls already (5 and 17m). We are expecting our 3rd for mid-June. My 5yr old is looking forward to the new baby but is not looking forward to her younger sister moving into her room. It's going to be an interesting time.

Sarah - posted on 01/11/2010

My two kids are 22 months apart and the biggest piece of advice I could offer is to not be afraid to ask for help and then to also accept help when it's offered. There were several times during my 3rd trimester when I overdid it with my son (who was ~20 months old at the time) and ended up at the hospital with abdominal pain. Remember you don't have to be a supermom! It's okay if you can't do everything yourself!

God bless!

Kathleen - posted on 01/11/2010

I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one in that position. We just found out that our second baby is due August 23, one day after my first (August 22)! My son is 16 1/2 months old as well.

Trisha-Lynne - posted on 01/11/2010

That is too funny. We recently just found out that we are due on August 3rd for our second child also! We have a 17month old girl now and she was born August 2nd. They will be close together.

Clariza - posted on 01/11/2010

Congratulations! I gave birth to our 2nd child Nov. 15th. Our children are 14 1/2 months apart. Its been challenging but we've had help from parents and so far so good. I have started putting the baby to bed in his own crib and he has adjusted well to that. He does nurse about 3-4 times at night and even tho i do have to get up and get him out of his crib, i do get better sleep with my hubby. And i know he gets good comfy sleep too. Our daughter is almost 17months and she has her own room. She sleeps well at night. Never getting up. The best thing thru this whole transition was getting her her own "baby" doll. She mimics everything i do to her lil brother to her baby. She feels as if she has her own child as well. Its very sweet. She has shown no real signs of jelousy. She gets a lil frustrated at times only bc she wishes she could hold the baby and carry him around. When he cries she runs to him to try n soothe him. Its beautiful! Its easier to understand the communication and demands of a second child. But having two is more work than just one. However as long as u have support and help it can be done. i wish u the best!

Kristen - posted on 01/11/2010

Yes, I am due February 25 to have our second child, this time a boy. Our little girl has seemed to develop quickly and loves getting to do new big-girl things like sleep in a toddler bed and use the potty. I am hoping the transition to big sister will be smooth, but I am starting to notice her being less patient about getting what she wants. Hopefully this is just a normal part of her development and not so much about the impending baby. I wish the best for all of you expecting another. May you be blessed with easy-going babies. :)

SARAH - posted on 01/11/2010

i have a 17 month old and i am due march 15 i am getting so nervous to have 2 babies

Leanne - posted on 01/10/2010

congratulation!!!!!! I have 2 children 2 years and 6 years old and I just found out I am pregnant I am a little scared because I am 34 going on 50 lol but we have to do this again .Two is always fun good luck to you

Giulietta - posted on 01/10/2010

Congrats Valarie and other mums how have a second or 3rd child with 2 yrs apart.

My boys are 2 yrs apart and you'll be amazed at how much your child has grown when the new addition arrives. Go with the flow and I'm sure you're family will adjust nicely.

All the best...

Desirre - posted on 01/10/2010

MY TWO KIDS NOW ARE EXACTLY 16 MONTHS APART. MY DAUGHTER IS NOW 16 MONTHS OLD AND I FOUND OUT THAT I AM EXPECTING ANOTHER BABY DUE 8/22/2010.

Miranda - posted on 01/10/2010

Congrats to you! I also have a 16 1/2 month old daughter and am expecting a son in about 5 weeks on Valentines Day. I am wondering how she will do with the transition of not being mommys only baby, but I am sure that everything will be fine. Good luck to you on your pregnancy!

Sian - posted on 01/10/2010

I have a 18months old and im currently 16weeks pregnant with my second!! I cant wait!!

Linda - posted on 01/10/2010

hi, I have a 4 1/2 year old and a 16 1/2 month old and I am expecting again too. Was a bit of a shock when we found out as we had only tried for a month and the first one took over 1 1/2 years of trying. Am due on May 31st and is having my 20 week scan tomorrow! can't wait!

Toni - posted on 01/10/2010

I due in June. I'm a little nervous because my son is a rough kid. He also wants all of our attention.

Tania - posted on 01/10/2010

Congrats to all of you!!
We also found out I was pregnant again about a week after Our Daughters 1st birthday!! So I am due End of April!!! They will be about 22 months apart!!!
We are trying to encourage our daughter to be more independant and we keep repeting things like "What a big girl you are!!' to try to break the "baby" complex she's used to.

Belinda - posted on 01/10/2010

I have a 17 month old son and am pregnant again. Baby due 21st August. My son and new baby will be 2 years 2 weeks apart. Scary but as they say while your doing it you may as well be doing it!

Belinda - posted on 01/10/2010

I got 2 already, a 7 yr old and one born on 29 august 08. No. 3 is due in June.

Nicola - posted on 01/09/2010

My little girl with be 17 months on the 15th Jan. I have another week to go to test if I am pregnant. If I am, baby will be due at the end of September. They will be two years and a little over 1 month apart. She is sleeping through the night, almost eating on her own but we will most likely keep her in the cot because she is so active in her cot and will just want to constantly walk out of her room. As for potty training, I am not sure when I will do that.

Sara - posted on 01/09/2010

Congratulations ladies!! We are expecting and due June 12, 2010... mine will be 22 months apart. I'm hoping to transition her into a toddler bed and maybe potty train before the new baby comes... but we'll see how it goes!

Terri - posted on 01/09/2010

I have a 16 month old and we just had our second one October 24th! We are busy, but it is wonderful and wouldn't want it any other way :)

Jessica - posted on 01/09/2010

My oldest son will be 17 months next week. I just had my 2nd boy December 30th. Life has been really busy, but I love it! And thankfully, my littlest one is a really good sleeper and eater, so that makes things easier on Mommy! :)

Amber - posted on 01/09/2010

I am! My daughter will be 17 months old on Jan 21st, and I am 19 weeks pregnant with a boy (Due June 6th).

Denia - posted on 01/09/2010

Congrats!! I have a three year old daughter, Lila. I found out when she was 14 months old that I was pregnant with my second daughter Ivy. They are a month and a half shy of being two years apart. Now Ivy is 16 months old and I am 19 weeks pregnant. I think that it is nice having them two years apart. They keep you on your toes but it is great having them grow up together!!!

Kyla - posted on 01/09/2010

My youngest is 16 months old and I found out at Christmas I was expecting our 4th. Im due at the end of August right at the time of my sons second birthday. My first two are 20 months apart and they have had each other for playmates. They are 7 and almost 6 now.

Stacy - posted on 01/09/2010

I'm also expecting a second child. Our first child, Alisander, will be 21 months old when his little sister is born. We've been telling him about the baby in my belly and now he comes and kisses his belly. He even picks up little dolls and says baby and then kisses them now. I don't worry about when the baby is born. I think he'll be a great brother.

Zoraida - posted on 01/09/2010

I also have a 16 1/2 month old and am expecting as well. I have yet to see a doctor, but I am 7 weeks today, and I did a couple of those calendar due date programs and all they all said my due date was going to be on my daughter's birthday! They would be two years apart, but I am not expecting this one to be on time like my daughter. She was 3 weeks early. I love the fact that someone else has the same situation as myself!

Deb - posted on 01/09/2010

my husband and i just welcomed our 2nd son 6 weeks ago, our first son is almost 17 months old. he is coping quite well with the new addition and has no real jealousy issues to speak of, however there has been some behavioural changes in him; as an example if he is frustrated he now bangs his head on the floor. My husband and I have chosen to ignore this new behaviour as this seems to spur him on. he does love his little brother though with giving plenty of cuddles and kisses. The main changes this time round, firstly the pregnancy was a lot harder as I was more tired and needed to ensure our son started to develop some independence. Everything to do with the pregnancy was harder including the delivery which was unfortunately another c section; the recovery took longer and was more painful. however we are blessed with 2 healthy little boys and although we are all quite tired we wouldnt swap it for anything in the world.

Tanya - posted on 01/08/2010

I have also 16 1/2 month old daughter and expecting a son on march 17,2010:)

Hope - posted on 01/08/2010

Congrats! My Son will soon be 17 months old and I'm due in April. He won't even be two yet. But I think the best thing to do is not to worry too much. You'll be fine and so will your son. Us mothers have been doing this for centries. I think your motherly instincts will kick in with your second just like it did with your first. Don't worry hun, you'll do great.

Kim - posted on 01/08/2010

congrats! hope all goes well!!

Kayla - posted on 01/08/2010

We're expecting our second one around July 7, 2010...my actual edd is July 14, but they're taking me at 39 weeks due to a scheduled c-section. They'll be almost 23 months apart...My oldests birthday is 8/14.

Stefie - posted on 01/08/2010

Yeah for babies. My DD is 16 months old and I am due in May. I can't wait to find out if it is a girl or a boy. If it is a girl and since they will only be 20 months apart I am going to make so many matching outfits, it will be insane. I am sure they will hate me when they are older, but awww. If it is a boy I am going to make several church outfits with matching material of slacks for the boy and dresses for my DD.

Tammy - posted on 01/08/2010

I have two daughters one that is 10 years old and a 16 month (born August 20,2008). We recently found out that we are expecting another baby around July 10, 2010. This should be really interesting for our house hold. The 16 month has just recently started sleeping through the night...lets hope that it continues ;-)

Jani - posted on 01/08/2010

I am amazed how you guys get your kids to sleep in their own cots. Both my kids end up in our bed sometime during the night. My daugter only sleeps stomach to stomach in my arms. Both also wake up at least twice in a night. I am pretty exchausted when I have to get up in the morning for work.

Allison - posted on 01/08/2010

I have a daughter around the same age (2th august 2008), and we are expecting our second child on the 16th of July, so they'll be 23 months apart. To make it interesting, one of my sister in laws is also pregnant (due 5th july), as well as one of my friends (11th july).
She is already in a big bed and loves it. We wanted her in the 'big girl' bed early so she has a transition time. We disasembled the cot and have currently got it in one of our spare rooms. If you wait until the new one is born, then put him into the big bed, he may not like it.
When it gets closer being a daughter i want to get her a special baby doll with its on pram, so she can be like mum and have her own little 'bubby.'
My advice to you is if you are able to is to find time (even if its every couple of days) talk to your son and explain you have a baby in your tummy. Also if you put him in the big bed early, he won't associate it with the new baby.

Rachael - posted on 01/08/2010

hi, congrats. our 2nd's due 3 months before our DD's 2nd birthday. We're planning on moving her into her new room and 'big' bed next month so she' won't associate it with the new bub's arrival. Here's hoping for a smooth transistion. suggestions and tips welcome. :-)

Jani - posted on 01/06/2010

Hi. I also have 2 kids already. My son turned 3 on 30 December and his sister 1 on 19 August. Just after her b-day I found out that I was expecting again. Was a great shock!! I'm due 01 June with another boy.

Katie - posted on 01/06/2010

I have two already...a 3 year old and a 1 year old. Both born in August. The 3rd and the 25th...and now we are expecting our third....August 30, 2010. All will be right at 2 years apart. My son was attached to me too and I was nervous about my daughers arrival and his reaction, but he did great. They understand so much and surprise us. It was easier than I thought. I tried to make him more independent, but it took her birth to make it happen. And now I miss it, so enjoy the time he wants mommy! :)

Cathryn - posted on 01/06/2010

I'm due in August 2010, so the kids will be about 2 yrs a part. I'm very excited! Congrats and Good Luck!

Valerie - posted on 01/06/2010

Congratulations! I hope your son does well with the transition. My son is the at the center, both for us and with my in-laws who keep him while we work. He's their only grandchild. Our son is still in his crib for now. I kept him in a bassinet in our room for 5 months, so I figure we have some time before we have to buy a bed and move him. It is kind of scary, isn't it? Life is going to get more challenging soon, but in a good way.

Carmen - posted on 01/05/2010

I found out that we were expecting our second a week after my son's first birthday, I am due in April. I have found the hardest thing is trying to encourage my son to become a little more independent without needing mummy to pick him up all the time. We have also moved him into his new room and bed so that he doesn't associate the changes with the new baby.