https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 07 Jul 2026 03:40:41 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921903 Thu, 30 Oct 2014 02:17:46 +0000 erwoo 1921903@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Awww... congratulations! I know it sounds really scary right now but you'll have a lot of time to figure things out and all will be okay. I have many mom friends with 2 under 2 when their second was born and all seem to be doing fine after the initial adjustment period. Big hugs and you will get through this! :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921889 Thu, 30 Oct 2014 00:02:08 +0000 Mrs. Train 1921889@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It can be so scary and so overwhelming. Try not to beat yourself up too much for your feelings. I cried A LOT!!! like a ridiculous amount, and embarrassing amount. I promise you the news will settle and you will figure things out. As far as handling them once #2 comes along, it can be tiring and stressful at first but eventually you will get into a new routine and it will just seem normal. People ask me all the time how I manage and what its like having kids so close together and I often can't even come up with an answer. I don't know any different. It will be fine and you will do great with your kids </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921885 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 23:51:38 +0000 marionberry 1921885@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>DS was 10 months when we found out we were pregnant again. We had taken a long time to get pregnant with ds so we didn't think it would happen so fast. To top it off we found out we were pregnant with twins. So we'll have 3 under 2! I still feel a bit terrified from time to time but I know it will all be ok. It's totally normal to feel this way and that's exactly why God gives us 9 months to process the news. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921858 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 23:02:29 +0000 MrsRcCar 1921858@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My boys are 2 years old and 8 months. Two under two is a challenge but I wouldnt have it any other way. I would be lying if I said everyday is sun shine and rainbows but seeing them play together just melts my heart. My 2 year old loves his little brother most of time. It is completely normal to freak out and be worried. I know I was and we were trying to have them close together. </p> <p>Sounds like your SO is pretty excited. Congrats! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921834 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 22:17:58 +0000 fuzzypeaches 1921834@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>You ladies are amazing. I'm still totally panicking but I'm starting to come around to the positives. I'm just so happy I'm not the only one with a less than stellar reaction :s </p> <p>My work is totally the biggest problem - I was really just hoping to make it to part time after lo2. But my husband told me this morning that we've always figured it out before and hopefully we can do it again. </p> <p>It's true that them being potential bffs is what us getting me through :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921803 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 21:30:02 +0000 jedeve 1921803@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I found out I was pregnant when my LO was 10 months old, and they are 17 months apart (lo2 came a month early, and I didn't realize I was pregnant until I was 6 weeks).</p> <p>I cried. I was not happy. I was not excited. I wanted a second kid, but I was also just getting my life back. </p> <p>There are days where it is just crazy pants at my house.<br /> But LO2 has the most kissable cheeks and the greatest smile and I wouldn't trade him for anything - definitely not for a little more calm and quiet. (Although I would take a night off and a babysitter any day!)</p> <p>If it helps, lo1 became a way better sleeper sometime between 13-15 months, I can't remember exactly. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921795 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 21:24:24 +0000 StbHisMrs 1921795@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@fuzzypeaches: I cried when I got our bfp on Christmas Eve. My Husband was ecstatic, I locked myself in our bedroom and bawled. Our girls are 22 months apart (15 months when we found out). It's hard, really hard, but also so much fun! At 3 and 1 it's amazing watching her be a big sister and look after her little sister, it really is the best :happy: </p> <p>Congratulations! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921783 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 21:15:03 +0000 littleblessings 1921783@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I found out I was pregnant again when DD was 8 months old. My kids are 17 months apart. Normal reaction. I cried. I couldn't even tell my SO. I just shakingly gave him the pee stick. Now I can imagine life any different. DD is now 2 and DS is 9 months. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921672 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 19:39:24 +0000 matador84 1921672@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yup, I about died when I found out I was pregnant when my son was 10 months old. They are 17 months apart and it is so amazing! I love having two kids so close in age and it has been a breeze. Things are so busy I didn't have time to dwell on it. It has been a blessing I never expected! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921670 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 19:38:11 +0000 sthumbelina 1921670@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@fuzzypeaches: I think it's totally normal to feel this way, I also felt the same way when I found out I was pregnant with #2. Now I have 2 boys that are 23 months apart and I'm totally loving the age gap even though some (most) days are tough now but I know they will grow up to be the best of friends. So don't worry and congrats!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921657 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 19:24:41 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 1921657@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>:bfp: congrats...for right now and a long while you still just have one LO to care for. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1921654 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 19:20:53 +0000 pmrlady 1921654@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@fuzzypeaches: I don't have kids yet but I have a feeling the hard part is not necessarily having 2 young children but the amount of hours that you work. I too work 60-70 hrs per week so I can imagine how tired you must be with a child. As long as you can find someone to help you out until you are part-time, I think you'll be fine. As others have said, just take it one day at a time and ask for help when you need it. Congrats on your pregnancy! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1920450 Wed, 29 Oct 2014 06:54:11 +0000 Cherrybee 1920450@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Aaw, it's going to be AMAZING! Just imagine how much fun they will have together! Having two children is hard no matter what the age difference is - each age gap brings with it it's own challenges - but there are so many positives to having them close together! Congratulations! </p> <p>Also - 70 hours per week??? WOAH! I work half that and I'm exhausted!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1920216 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 21:05:04 +0000 Mrs. Sunshine 1920216@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We were trying &amp; I spent the first 2 weeks after finding out telling DH that maybe this was a bad idea &amp; we were ruining DD's childhood. Now I'm nervous to have babies 19 months apart but am pretty excited to welcome a new little one to our family! Congrats! You will find a different groove that will work for you &amp; your new family! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1920206 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 20:59:23 +0000 MOMTOLITTLEB 1920206@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My son is close in age to your's and we also don't plan to try for awhile. However, I have three good friends who have or have had two under two and seeing their family dynamics actually makes me want to try sooner- instead of terrifying me. So I do think there is a very positive side to it even though it doesn't sound like ideal timing for you. Don't feel guilty for worrying and questioning things, you're a good parent trying to do the best for your family and that's why you will deal with what comes! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1920189 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 20:53:36 +0000 Mrs. D 1920189@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Totally normal. I wasn't ready for two right after having our girl, but my husband was so eager to get it on before my checkup after having her that he swore he was OK with another in a year. I made him go buy condoms, lol. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919309 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 12:26:53 +0000 sunshineandsushi 1919309@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>HUGS! Mine are twins, so I do technically have two under two, but not in the same way. I do remember how freaked out we were when we first found out! It was two weeks or so until it felt real. And I had no clue how we were going to do it, but now I can't imagine it any other way. Just take it day by day! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919294 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 12:21:25 +0000 anonysquire 1919294@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Congrats!!! My babies will be 12.5 months apart. Normal reaction :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919288 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 12:19:11 +0000 jetsa 1919288@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@fuzzypeaches: Your reaction is totally normal and I felt the exact same way when I got my text now I'm excited but it took me a bit to get there. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919204 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 11:45:07 +0000 78h2o 1919204@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Bluebonnet: That sounds so awesome... maybe I need to revisit the idea of a nanny. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919202 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 11:44:33 +0000 Kachang 1919202@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hugs! My kids are just over 2 years apart - we planned it that way, because I'm a little older. The beginning was busy (but I think adding a 2nd kid is busy for everyone regardless of the age difference), but things are wonderful. DS is 4 and DD is 2 - they are total buddies and it is very fun. And I think DS transitioned very well to having a sibling because he was so young when she was born. I don't think he remembers a time without her. I know the surprise is stressful, but it will work out great! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919198 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 11:42:09 +0000 catomd00 1919198@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Next summer isn't that far off, you're only a little bit early! ;) Its always shocking when you have a surprise pregnancy, but you're going to be just fine and you will find a way to make it work. Sure, it's going to be rough at first, but they will be so close in age it will be so much fun when they get a little older! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919133 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 11:18:08 +0000 fuzzypeaches 1919133@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Oh my goodness ladies thank you so much for the support. Just reading this made me feel better because there is no one I can tell right now. I just need to take deep breaths and get over the shock :s </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919132 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 11:17:55 +0000 blackbird 1919132@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>awww it's ok. You have 9 months of pregnancy to adjust to this idea! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919122 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 11:14:51 +0000 Mamasig 1919122@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It'll be ok! My two boys are 20 months apart and I love the age gap. Yes the beginning was hard, but it's totally worth it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919087 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 11:01:18 +0000 cheert16 1919087@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>This is exactly how I felt when I found out we were expecting #2!! Don't feel bad about it- it's a huge life change! You will (eventually) get used to the idea and get excited. It's takes some time- don't be down on yourself for that!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919079 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 10:56:27 +0000 Bluebonnet 1919079@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hugs to you! </p> <p>We have two that are 22 months apart, its hard, but doable. Take some time to process and then figure out how to make it work.</p> <p>I'm not sure about your child care situation, but we hired a nanny, which has been such a lifesaver - no more time spent dropping off and picking up and no rushing to get everyone dressed and out the door. She also helps make bottles, does laundry, keeps the house picked up, etc. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919078 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 10:55:57 +0000 Bao 1919078@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Congrats, my kiddos are 18 months apart and although there are hard days, it's totally awesome and worth it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919072 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 10:53:55 +0000 autumnlove 1919072@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Congrats! My LOs are almost 16 months apart and I was definitely a little freaked out when we got our bfp. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/accidental-2-under-2-freaking-out#post-1919068 Tue, 28 Oct 2014 10:52:43 +0000 Adira 1919068@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>HUGS! I think what you're experiencing is totally normal. Even couples that are trying often freak out when they get that positive test!</p> <p>That said, you have time to figure things out!!! Try not to stress too much - you guys will figure out a way to make this work and it's totally okay to spend some of that time freaking out! &lt;3 </p>