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Linda Wilson

Growing Our Family: Balancing Love Between Siblings

Now that I've welcomed my first child, my heart feels fuller than I ever imagined. Yet lately, I’ve been thinking—should we have another? A piece of me worries that adding to our family might take something away from the bond I have with my daughter. The thought of dividing my attention scares me.But then, another part of me dreams of her having a lifelong friend—someone to share childhood memories with, and one day, to lean on when we're no longer here. I know siblings aren't always best friends (I have a brother myself, and while we’re not inseparable, just knowing he’s there brings me comfort).Family comes in many forms, but the idea of giving her someone who knows her history from the beginning feels deeply right. ❤️Have you faced this decision too? I’d love to hear your experience in the comments! #FamilyLove #SiblingBonds #ParenthoodJourney #GrowingOurFamily. #Parenting

Growing Our Family: Balancing Love Between Siblings
Amber Colon

Those with 3 kids, do you wish you stuck with 2? Those with 2, do you wish you had a 3rd?

We’re a family of four—our daughter is seven, and our son is 16 months old. Honestly, the age gap isn’t nearly as tricky as I once imagined! I’m 37, my wife is 33, and lately, we've been tossing around the idea of having a third child.We’re really happy with our boy and girl, but there’s this lingering thought—what if we regret not trying for one more before time slips away? I’m an only child, and my wife grew up as one of four, so we’ve seen both sides.We’re fortunate to have good jobs, though we don’t have much family nearby for extra support. My biggest worry? Not having enough of myself to go around for quality one-on-one time. And working as a paramedic, I know too well the risks that come with rolling the dice again.Parents of two or three—how did you make your decision? I'd really appreciate hearing your experiences in the comments! #GrowingOurFamily #ParentingDecisions #FamilyLife #LifeWithKids #BigFamilyDreams #Parenting

Those with 3 kids, do you wish you stuck with 2? Those with 2, do you wish you had a 3rd?