SweetErika
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Hubby and I were talking about how pregnancy and having a child in the future might affect our dynamic and lifestyle. He mentioned an "irrational fear" of not getting the attention he's become accustomed to, and I wonder if maternal feelings will usurp the "domly" ones I have now, or how I'll manage both roles when the time comes. I question how I'll feel and act when I'm pregnant and a mom. Will we revert back to our familar, egalitarian dynamic at stressful times? How will we incorporate play? (I should probably mention that ours are not huge, looming fears or questions we'd like you to advise us on, but rather this is simply a topic that's come up and piqued our curiosity on others' thoughts and experiences.)
Clearly, kids change nearly everything, but beyond not exposing them to the inappropriate, not being able to play whenever you want, etc., how have/do you think they will change your dynamic or lifestyle? Is there anything you have/will do to ease the transition (lifestyle-wise, I mean)? Did/will anything change for you emotionally?
I'm tired and hoping this is semi-coherent.
Clearly, kids change nearly everything, but beyond not exposing them to the inappropriate, not being able to play whenever you want, etc., how have/do you think they will change your dynamic or lifestyle? Is there anything you have/will do to ease the transition (lifestyle-wise, I mean)? Did/will anything change for you emotionally?
I'm tired and hoping this is semi-coherent.