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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Op, I commend you for knowing parenthood isn't easy, and realizing you are not ready to be a parent. I think many have kids anyway because it's the rugby age, instead of weighing out if they really can handle it. I do think you're at a perfect age to start, but that doesn't mean you should. I think you should wait until you are ready. [b]As for your DH, I think the pressure from family and friends might be pushing him to want to have a baby.[/b] If he genuinely wants one, I agree the plan to wait a year. As much as he wants one, you will be doing most of work, from being pregnant to general newborn care.

I had my first at 32, while finishing up residency. Though I don't regret my choice, I do wish I had waited until I was done. Being pregnant and caring for a baby during residency was tough. I was working 80 hours a week, and it was exhausting. I urge you to wait. I am 35 and pregnant with my second child. I feel more ready now. Get your education done and it will fall into place. [/quote]

that's OP's condescending theory of her husband's views. another possibility is that they guy wants 4 kids, is already 35 and has a more realistic perspective on what is possible than OP does.[/quote]

Op here. You don't know me or my husband. We have had several discussions, and the main reason for him wanting to try now was pressure from family and friends. He said he is happy to wait a year or two if it makes the best sense for us. That's why we are waiting a year. Thanks for thinking you know so much about my marriage when you don't. [/quote]

You have only been married a year. Is the ink even dry on the marriage certificate?[/quote]

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