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[quote=Anonymous]I wanted nothing in life so much as being a mother and love them dearly, but think daily of things I can't do, am missing, or that are harder because they are here. Other things fill in instead so there's balance, but this is hard and it would be harder if I hadn't wanted them so much.

I tried to get pregnant for over a year with my second and then panicked when it happened - by then my older child was becoming easier. I even contemplated an abortion. She's here now and still an infant but has been a delight and the right choice for our family. But kids aren't for everyone.

The main things I miss are the gym, more easily going out (lack of spontaneity now), and adult vacations. Also can't really lean in at work and feel limited about what other jobs I'd consider.

Things I've gained: close bond with more people - children, husband, other mothers; more laughter; a better sense of balance and prioritizarion; an excuse to hang out at the park on a nice day; general feeling of compeltness; hope that they'll help care for me in 50 years (lol)[/quote]

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