As your baby moves toward being a toddler, you may be thinking about having another baby. Here are some things to consider: When a child is less than 2 years older than the new baby, she often feels jealous. Who
could blame her? When a new baby arrives, suddenly your older child gets a lot less attention than she used to. If you wait until your toddler is 2-3 years old before having your next baby, she will be more independent. She will handle the arrival of a new baby better, which will make it easier for you. There are many safe ways to prevent pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or clinic and your spiritual adviser before deciding which to use. If you don’t know where to get advice, look in the back of the phone book under Family Planning. Planning your family and spacing your children takes effort on your part. But, it can help you be a better parent and a happier family member.

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