You never knew what tired really felt like
Thought you were tired the first time round? Well your second pregnancy is going to show you exactly what feeling tired really is – pregnancy and looking after a child is exhausting.
Your body doesn’t bounce back as quick
Lucky to be one of those first time mums whose body just bounces back into shape – yeah, we weren’t either – well the second time is a little bit harder to say the least...
That no two children are the same
They may have the same blood, the same genes, the same upbringing and the same opportunities, but that doesn’t mean your children are going to be the same. Oh, no!
That life is more interesting with two little personalities to contend with
When you’ve finally settled one child, the other starts. Every. Single. Time.
That blood is definitely thicker than water
Watch your older child protect their younger sibling with gusto. A moment that will make you beam with pride.
There is never an off moment
Having just the one makes it a lot easier to fit in ‘me-time’. With two there is never an off moment.
Your body is a machine
Night feeds with your baby and early morning breakfast with your older child proves you are capable of anything.
That silence is not golden
Silence means your older child is up to something. Probably giving your baby a make-up...
That there is no need to sweat the small stuff
If you were anything like us, first time round was a blur of stress as you worried about every single thing. Now you are a lot more relaxed, kind of.
Your baby doesn't care what they are wearing
First time round it was fun to pick and choose your baby's outfits for the day - now the only reason you'll change an outfit is if they vomit or poo on it.
That your heart grows bigger with each child
The amount of love you have for your first child doesn't change when you have a second - your heart just gets bigger.
