Everybody is "ready" for such things at different points in their lives.
Often the act of such situations makes us improve our game to deal with the situation.
Recently my Father was telling me of a story of a couple he used to know. They were going to have kids but only when certain criteria were met. My Father said that if one proceeds with that attitude likelihood is one never will.
I hope that you are close in geographical and social terms with at least one set of your parents. Grandparents can be a boon in helping spread the load, and it also helps keep them young. They've done it all before, and do have some great tips if you can listen to them (my Mother didn't appreciate being told thick doors was a good solution to children that cry when they don't get their way).
The cons on having children are all to obvious. The pros one has to be there (so I'm told).
I would say that if a child would destroy your life plans then think very carefully. Would you resent your future position in life due to having children too early?
At the end of it all, I wish you well and hope that whatever happens you can pop in here from time to time. We've only got one life to live, so whatever happens just make sure you are at peace with the decision.
And... at least you know you're fertile![]()
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