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[quote=Anonymous]First two are 23 months apart, and second and third are 2.5 years apart.  We would have had the third sooner, but I switched jobs and wanted FMLA access.  I prefer the shorter gap, but our third is still very much part of the crew (kids are now 10, 8, and almost 6).

As for parenting style, we’re a mix.  We prioritize sleep more than most families I know, and were slaves to naps, sleep trained, etc.  I’m a psychologist (trained in attachment theory) and so I’m also huge on closeness and comfort, predictability, etc.  Whole Brain Child and No Drama Discipline are my preferred parenting books, though I came to them later than I would have liked.  We strive to be authoritative: warm, loving, supportive, and with high expectations.  For the young kids, that translates to lots of comfort, empathy, and prevention of situations that make it tough for them (e.g., being rigid about the kids getting good sleep).

I *love* having three.  They’re definitely a pack of kids and it’s so fun.  Work, yes, but terrific.[/quote]

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