THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND WHILE PLANNING FOR A SECOND CHILD

Here are a few things that you need to keep in mind before planning your second child. Read on to find out. 

THINGS TO CONSIDER

• Make sure that you are in good health before planning for a second child

• Your age also plays an important role. The older you get the number of eggs produced decreases along with its quality

• Financial condition matters as the expenses would double up

• You will be needing help to look after yourself as well as your first child if you are pregnant again

WHAT YOU WILL FACE?

• You might have to divide time between two children

• You will be confused as to which child will need your attention first

• It will be difficult to find a common activity to keep both your child entertained 

• Things might get a bit difficult due to an increase in responsibilities

TIPS FOR PARENTS

• Be prepared well in advance, be it with clothes, diapers, baby products, etc.

• Do not completely neglect your first child when taking care of your newborn baby

• Involve your first child when you are buying baby products for your 2nd child

• Tell your elder child that you still love him/her

• Make sure to teach your child how to take care of her sibling

• Make her understand the importance of a brother/sister