Having a Second Child

Decided to stop with one child? Is your first kid buggin on a brother/sister?

Suggestions and Precautions

If you have decided not to have a second child, then try to stick to it. Kids usually ask for these by watching neighbours, friends, relatives, etc. Over a period, they will understand and stop asking. So this need not be an issue for consideration.

From the medical point of view...

• Upto 40 years, bearing a child is not a problem. Age could be a negative factor after 40.
• If you had a caesarean for the first child, even that is not a problem having the second. You can definitely go for another child.
• If you are above 30, there are chances where you can get it into Blood Sugar and Blood pressure. These could complicate the pregnancy. Good care can help avoid such complications.

This is more of a personal and emotional decision to be taken by you along with your husband after considering all other factors like....

• Medical Expenses
• Educational Expenses
• Leave available if you are working. Can you continue working after the second child? Can you manage with one person's salary.
• If you decide not to have your second child, what will be the status of your first child. Will he/she be emotionally affected. Of course, that is your only child and you need to keep him/her happy.

First child.. yes, you need not think too much, but second, you have an option to think. Plan properly. It is very important that you grow your child properly with all care and love.

Good luck.