I can really relate to this!! Our only daughter is 2 years old and I feel similarly to you regarding the question and my reasons. I completely agree and remind myself of that constantly when I start to compare my life to others or try to answer that question: being my best self as a mom and wife means not having another child anytime soon, maybe ever.

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Catelyn Silapachai
Catelyn Silapachai

Written by Catelyn Silapachai

I write about books, parenting, politics, and religion. I live in Austin, Texas with my husband, daughter, dogs, and plants.

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