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#RI-6a9f9148·5 months ago·
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Lookback: 1 year after first kid born

Enjoy first kid before second

Everyone asks about second kid immediately after first is born

What I wish I knew
"Wait for first kid to grow before considering second"
If I could tell you one thing
"Let new parents enjoy first kid before deciding on second"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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