Wife tested positive for...Baby

Christmas Day | 1/09/2004 | Flightdeck

[Flightdeck]

I know this is somewhat presumptuous that anybody would care, but I found out today that I will be a new father in about 8.75 months. Part of me is scared because I firmly believe that raising a child into a good person is probably the most important thing a person can do in their lives. The only reason I am posting this is that I bet this value is shared by a great many people in this forum, and our anonymity allows a comfortable level of discourse. (Wait, that's two reasons.) Anyway, wish us luck.

[zarf]

I meant, you better have sex...sex and nore sex. Get as much sex as possible.

OD on sex until your wife waves the white flag.....cause you ain't getting it again buddy!

[radiohead]

I wish you and your wife well. Since people are giving advice, I have 2 comments:

1. Forgive your wife her moods. She can't help it and she doesn't mean to be a pain in the rear.

2. It's alright to apologize to your child when you've made a mistake. We're all human, even parents.

Welcome to the real world.

[ETERNAL WARMING]

Awww...congratulations to the Flightdeck family! Prayers for all!

[Becki]

Thanks, and you know what parents say: "I hope you have a kid like you". God help me.

LOL!!

My first son was wonderful! Slept the whole night from the second night home on. Didn't sleep much during the day, but that was OK. Smiley, alert, laughing, sensative and intelligent. Potty trained day and night at 21 months by the time my second son was born.

My mother called him poetic justice.

I said Mother, I never! and she said Oh yes you did!

He had a SEG from the get-go. Up all night, almost 3 when he was potty trained. He was a hider. Loves to argue. He calles it "honing his skills". He could talk the Devil out of his pitchfork. He is my red white and blue boy. His hand went over his heart every time we passed a flag from the age of 4 on. I had to make a flag quilt for his room because we couldn't find one he liked.

He is in college now for law enforcement, and has the Marines in the back of his mind. My oldest is in an art institute for illustrations. He is very good.

You never know what you are going to get. It won't be perfect, but it will be wonderful!! Hang on and enjoy the ride!

God bless you!

Becki

[Brad’s Gramma]

I'm SO HAPPY FOR YOU TWO!!! Many, MANY congratulations!!!

Don't listen to the psychobabble that's out there. Just DO IT! Be good parents...it'll come naturally. Follow your instincts.

Raise your child in the Lord, and he/she will be richly blessed. And please, keep us updated on this pregnancy! WHOO HOOOOOOOOO!!!!!

The rest of you folks....NEW BABY PING!!!

[xp38]

Congratulations. May God bless your wife, child and you in the exciting years to come.

[exit82]

The apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Be the best tree you can be.

[Marie]

I've managed to keep two wonderful kids alive and educated through some really trying times. What's more, I've even managed to keep them happy and feeling well-loved. I could tell you horror stories, but the end point is always the same; it will be all right. Stay the course, love them, be patient when things seem overwhelming, stand by your wife and you will raise precious babies into fantastic human beings.

Read Dobson. That wonderful man taught me how to be a mom. A good mom. Just the fact that you are even thinking about it makes the odds of you being a successful parent almost 100%

Now enjoy this wonderful feeling and go rub your wife's feet! :-)

[ArneFufkin]

Yay!!

[Marie]

LOL! Thank you for sharing about your second! He sounds JUST like my son. His most common word is, "But..." He argues. He hides relentlessly. He loves to dig holes and climb trees. I had to take him to the chiropractor to have a rib put back in yesterday. The dr said, "What's your trauma." We told him about the treehouse accident. Then it was my turn for an adjustment (may as well). He says again, "So, what's your trauma?" I just grinned and pointed to my son.

[navygal]

Congradulations! you should be able to find out what the sex is at about the four or five months into the pregnancy.

[Ichneumon]

The good news is that you can take it one day at a time. Every day is a new chance to do it well. So don't panic.

[Ichneumon]

1. Forgive your wife her moods. She can't help it and she doesn't mean to be a pain in the rear.

That's worthwhile advice even when she's not pregnant. *cough*

[GmbyMan]

I offer my congrats on your new blessing. I am a Dad and when I look at my two year old son, I tell him that it's disgusting how much I love him. I love my parents and I love my wife but I LOVVVVVVVVVVVVE my little boy. Just wait. It's the best thing that's ever happened to you.

[onyx]

That you're a man brimming with happiness and posting your good news for all of us to read, truly warms my heart.

You'll be a fabulous father. No doubt about it.

Congratulations to you and Mrs. Flightdeck. May your blessed little one have a safe landing into the loving arms of her parents.

--- whoops I said her so I'll stick with it --- be sure to let me know :)

[RoarkMan]

Me too. Due 8/15. My wife went for a hysterectomy and they suggested that hang onto her stuff for a while since she's Pregnant. I'm happy, she's freaking!

[Judith Anne]

Always remember--insanity is hereditary, you get it from your kids. ;-D

God bless, have fun!

[oceanperch]

Whew welcome to parenthood

[oreolady]

More advice?
Buy a digital camera, take plenty, you'll be glad.
And many blessings to you and your wife.

[Ben Chad]

"The greatest gift a father can give his children is to love their mother."