| | Roughly 41 percent of American families have welcomed a second child. Chances are, all of those parents will tell you, with a slight grin, to buckle up. When baby number two arrives, change is abundant. Family dynamics, schedules, and, well, everything shifts. It’s undoubtedly an exciting transition that, as with every part of parenthood, brings a fair number of surprises. While, yes, your firstborn certainly helps ready you, it’s unlikely to fully prepare you.
But it helps to listen to those who’ve been there. So, what words of wisdom do experienced dads have to offer about having a second child? According to the 12 dads we asked, there are plenty of things they wished they knew before welcoming their second. Some spoke of the big need for redefining the balance of their life. Others were surprised by how much their capacity for love grew. Chances are you’ll nod in solidarity as you read their thoughts. |
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