Author Topic: how many kids? (Read 733 times)

rabbidrabbit · « **on:** February 23, 2005, 04:34:45 PM »

Ok, need the voice of experience.. Is there a best number of kids? I hear 1 will have them stuck to you like glue.. 2 is best since they keep each other busy... more just compounds the pain...

beet1e · « **Reply #1 on:** February 23, 2005, 04:43:46 PM »

Lizking · « **Reply #2 on:** February 23, 2005, 04:49:46 PM »

If they are Beetles kids, I agree with his response. Otherwise, even numbers.

Nilsen · « **Reply #3 on:** February 23, 2005, 04:54:29 PM »

My goal is 2 so im only half way there

2 people make 2 kids sounds about right, but there are always stuff happening so for the world to be in balance a few couples should get 3 and i nominate you for that job cause im firmly set on a total of 2 (unless we get twins the next time ofcourse). pheuuu that dragged on.

Curval · « **Reply #4 on:** February 23, 2005, 04:57:03 PM »

Two.

The jump from 1 to 2 isn't too bad.

The jump from 2 to 3 is horrendous. They outnumber the parents!!!

Trust me...limit it to 2 if you can.

...and by the way...NEVER raise your hands against your children..it leaves your crotch exposed.

Sandman · « **Reply #5 on:** February 23, 2005, 05:10:17 PM »

Two is probably a good number...

...or at least I thought so. The bickering between two teenagers is a bit of a drag. The only time it ends is when they're asleep.

007Rusty · « **Reply #6 on:** February 23, 2005, 05:30:52 PM »

i have one 3 year old son thats enough..........

OIO · « **Reply #7 on:** February 23, 2005, 05:32:05 PM »

I think 2 is the golden number.

The real question should be... how far apart?

Im 3 years older than my sister. I can tell you that when I have kids they will be at a minimum 6 years apart.

I think that when the eldest is 6 or 7 years old they will get along better, for one will be a teenager when the other is entering his pre-teen years.

That way they wont compete for the same toys, the same priviledges, for the attention of the same parent, etc.

007Rusty · « **Reply #8 on:** February 23, 2005, 05:33:59 PM »

i come from a family of 7 kids all close one bathroom = war of the worlds ... lol

Pongo · « **Reply #9 on:** February 23, 2005, 05:35:02 PM »

I have two boys, 20 months appart they are now 11 and 13.
It has worked out great.

Tumor · « **Reply #10 on:** February 23, 2005, 05:39:35 PM »

I have 3. Number 3 was a suprise. At the time I was pretty pissed off about the extra kid, thought I couldn't afford it, didn't want to have another blah blah blah. Turns out (he's 11 now) he's the one that contributes positively to my sanity and I thank god every day for the "little suprise". Oldest is 20 going on 14, H.S. dropout and has this crazy idea I'm supposed to let him stay home and play video games (I'm giving him his eviction notice as soon as I get home from my trip). For a comparitively "easy teen" as far as his disposition, I failed miserably with him somewhere along the line. The middle kid is 15, a prime example of ADHD and beyond being one of the most intelligent kids I ever met, he's been a total nightmare to raise.

Doesn't matter how many kids you have, just love'em the best you can and guide them right.

SOB · « **Reply #11 on:** February 23, 2005, 06:39:22 PM »

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Originally posted by OIO
I think that when the eldest is 6 or 7 years old they will get along better, for one will be a teenager when the other is entering his pre-teen years.

Heh, now that's funny.

My sister is 5 or 6 years older than me, depending on what month it is, and we fought like cats and dogs.

Gunslinger · « **Reply #12 on:** February 23, 2005, 07:21:22 PM »

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Originally posted by Tumor

Doesn't matter how many kids you have, just love'em the best you can and guide them right.

Couldnt agree more!

I have two

Girl 5
Boy 3

I think with two you avoid the "middle child" syndrom wich may be a myth who knows. But economically I dont need a car that seats 5 wich is cool. Also its easier to found affordable houseing with a smaller family....kids having to share a room can be a nightmare sometimes.

More than 2 its a sure bet you can at least utilize "hand-me-downs" so that's not that bad. Just remember the golden rule with kids......"you cant get one something and not the other" So if you pick up a surprise for the kids on the way home from work multiply them by 3 now.

bigsky · « **Reply #13 on:** February 23, 2005, 07:48:18 PM »

how the **** should i know? you should ask about noches on the headboard. you know, some of them i just didnt call back.

vorticon · « **Reply #14 on:** February 23, 2005, 08:10:44 PM »

prime numbers...