Are you ready for another baby

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• When is the best time to have another?
• What else should I consider when making the decision?
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No one can answer that question but you, and boy, is it a tough one.
Some say it's even harder than deciding whether to have a first child — because you're not just talking about having a baby, you're talking about changing a family.
With each new child you have to think about how that baby will affect your lifestyle, finances, work, relationships, and, of course, your other kids. And if you listen to the word on the street, growing your family by one means more than double the work for Mom and Dad.
Of course, just about everyone — from doctors and scientists to your friends and neighbors — has an opinion on perfect baby timing and the perfect family size. Weigh the pros and cons and then make your own decision.
To swap stories and advice with others, visit these groups in the BabyCenter Community:

• Large Families
• Parents of Only Children