FAQ on Baby #2

Since the cat is officially out of the bag, we thought we'd answer some frequently asked questions about Baby #2.

1. Were you trying to have another baby?
Yes, we were.  We started trying with Kate and got pregnant on our third month of trying.  I had read countless articles that stated it typically takes twice as long to get pregnant the second time, so I had fully expected us to be trying for at least six months.  Turns out the third time's the charm for us because we got pregnant on our third month of trying with this pregnancy too!

2. How many kids do you want to have?
If you ask Brian, he will say 2.  He is more than happy to make this the last baby in our household.  [Insert me sobbing here at that very thought.]  If you ask me, you'll get a much more vague answer: I don't know.  My initial thoughts are 2 or 3, but I came from a family of 4, so...who knows?  I'd like to take one step at a time before I say a definite number and then get locked in stone to that number.

3. Do you have a preference on the gender?
Yes, yes, and yes, if we are being honest.  Seeing more pink in our future would delight us to no end.  I say this for a few reasons: 1.) When this baby arrives, we will have almost 3 years worth of girls clothes.  That's a lot of clothes!  2.) If we are only going to have two children, I would love for Kate to have a sister.  I know that she can have a great relationship with a brother, because I am part of that type of relationship too, but there's something really special about sisters, so that's what I would hope for.  And, 3.) it's what we know.  This pregnancy has been a bit overwhelming and a bit more frightening than the first so if we are having another little girl, that would make me feel a bit more at ease.  It's a "we've done this, we've got this" kind of sign for me.

4.  Are you excited?
I joke when people ask me this question.  My response has been, "Actually, I'm terrified.".  But it's kind of true.  I have so many emotions right now.  I am scared how this will affect Kate.  I am worried that I won't have enough time for either of my babes and I know that means absolutely no time for me.  I worry how this will change my relationship with Kate, for we are extremely close now.  I wonder how I will juggle it all, successfully.  A lot of my terrified-ness comes from my unknown and my concern for Kate.  I know we will all be transitioning to a family of four and I know that we wanted this, but, for some reason, it's a bit scarier when it's actually happening.  I know it will all work out like it should.  Sometimes it's just easier said than done.

If any other questions arise, we will start adding them.  Until then, stay posted for more baby news!