Starting a new family is a really big step, so respect your partner’s choice if they’re not ready yet. They may warm up to the idea the more they think about it.
If you’re feeling anxious or depressed, tell your partner about your feelings and see if there’s anything they can do to help.
If you plan on getting pregnant, your body will go through a lot of changes before you give birth too.
Don’t forget to factor in the costs of hospital bills for check-ups and childbirth if you plan on getting pregnant as well as childcare if you’re not taking time off work. If you plan on being a stay-at-home parent, talk with your partner to make sure you can get by on a single income.
Look for ways to cut costs from your life right now, such as shopping second-hand instead of buying new items or packing meals instead of eating out.
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You can always take parenting classes to help you learn some of the basics of raising children, like how to discipline and handle confrontations. Ask to babysit children for a friend or family member so you can get an idea of what it would be like taking care of a child of your own.
Think ahead to when you actually have children too to see if you have people that could babysit or help you out at home when you’re busy.
