I was a teen mother at 16 and now I'm 29 and thinking about doing it again, is it easier now that I'm older?

Question

Has anyone else done this? I think it will be easier because im married to a great guy and he makes a great living, but I have aged since then. Will it be easier this time around?

Answer 1

Well, it would probably easier in that you have a good idea of what to expect, you have a stable lifestyle, and a better idea of how the world works.

It might be hard in that you are used to life without a newborn and all the responsibilities that go with him/her.

BUT 29 is far from old so that shouldn't be an obstacle in taking care of a baby.

I think if you and your husband thoroughly talk about it and find that you are both on the same page as far as having a baby-- then I say GO FOR IT!

Good luck!

Answer 2

I am doing the same thing. I became a mother for the first time at 17 and now I am doing it again. I am 8 weeks along now. I will be almost 28 years old when the baby is born early next year. I am very excited to bring another baby into the world in my current situation. I have my degree now, a great job, loving family...the time couldn't be better. Go for it and good luck.

Answer 3

If you are referring to the physical aspect of being pregnant, then it probably will.  Each pregnancy is different and unique.  However, at 16 you were likely going through a lot of emotional and physical turmoil.  You were still a kid yourself and I am sure it was challenging for you.  Now, at 29, you are a more mature person.  It will be easier to handle the expectations of parenting.  Also, you have done it once before, so basically you know what to expect.  Anther positive is that you have a great guy to support you.  That is unbelievably helpful.  If you both feel ready to have a child then this will be a very happy time for you both?  I am curious how your first child feels about having a sibling.  It is important to communicate with your first child as well.  This way they feel included and do not feel like they are being replaced by a new baby.

Answer 4

Sure, you're in a better positon in life to do so. You may have to catch back on wince its been awhile since you had a newby. But you should go for it, plus you are only 29 and that is not old, just more mature than 16,17,18,19 and even early 20's.