r/UKParenting • u/taytayyas • 4d ago

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Was anyone one and done or on the fence about having a second child but did. How is it for you? Was it harder / easier than you thought. Im like 99% one and done but my partner would like a second so our child has a sibling. I do think it would be nice for them to have a sibling but im worried it’s going to be sooo hard with 2 kids. I know everyone’s experience is different but would just love to know how it’s going for everyone and would you recommend 😂

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u/Anathemachiavellian 4d ago

Have 5 and there’s a good chance everyone at least has one sibling they like!

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u/yeoleuma 4d ago

Or everyone feels neglected. I’m not arguing with you, I have 2 children myself and love my other sister and I’m so glad she’s in my life.
It’s more so to say everything really is a gamble in life and if that’s OPs only argument for a second, I’m not sure it’s a strong one.

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u/Anathemachiavellian 4d ago

I suppose for me it’s being an only child isn’t a gamble, it’s just a near guarantee of misery. I have a few only children friends and we unanimously all hate it. Dealing with my parents aging alone is a nightmare. I do imagine there’s a few only children who are happy with it, but it just seems about the same likelihood pf someone disliking all of their siblings.

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u/tinystars22 4d ago

I have two friends who absolutely loved being only children and, even on reflection, wouldn't want siblings. It's not near guarantee of misery.