Pregnant with your second child? Then you're probably thinking you don't have to worry anything because you already know what to do. However, you probably don't have any idea that it's going to be much tougher now than before.
So, to give you some insights, here are a few things you should know to help you with the transition and help you prepare ahead of time.
Your older child will probably be jealous of your second child.
It is natural for your older kid to be jealous of the new baby because your child might feel that you will have no time for him and you don't love him anymore.
Hence, it is very important for you to make sure your child doesn't feel abandoned. The transition is definitely tiring and frustrating but you need to do your best to make your relationship with your older child as smooth and affectionate as possible.
Your sex drive will be totally gone.
With your newborn baby and with your toddler, your life will surely be chaotic. There are also moments that you just would like to cry, especially when your toddler is driving you crazy and your nursing your newborn baby.
In addition, there are also moments that you're feeling fat and ugly because your body has been through many changes. These are just some of the reasons why you will have no interest in sex. But don't worry, just relax and don't rush yourself, you will eventually regain your sex drive.
Your husband will become your last priority.
Before having your second child, you probably just let your kid sleep, then you can pay attention to your husband again. But now, when the newborn goes to sleep, you automatically proceed to your toddler to spend time with your jealous kid. Then you will probably think about the laundry and the dishes -- making your husband the last priority.
Having two children is definitely hard, but no need to fret. You and your spouse will get through with it. After all, having kids has always been so fulfilling and priceless. It's all worth it!
