Fatherhood

[Charu]

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Oh wow, congrats!

Hopefully, your financial situation won't impede on anything too drastic.

[Bluearrowll]

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Congrats good sir!

[psychoangel691]

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Having a child can be fairly expensive but that's also because people get over excited and overspend.
First tip, don't buy a bunch of stuff for the baby till you know what friends and family are going to get you. I didn't think we were going to get anything from anyone and we ended up getting everything we needed and then some.
Second you don't need all those things they try to tell you that you do need. Babies don't need a ton of toys (actually they really don't need any because they'll play with anything and be happy). When you get some toys be realistic with it. When they're really young a plush toy and something they can teeth on is really all they need.
Third, clothes, don't blow a lot of money on it. Your kid is going to grow so much faster than you realize. If you can get hand me downs take them if not buy inexpensive clothing from places like Walmart or if you aren't one of those people that minds going to a thrift shop you can find clothes there that are almost new or even new for next to nothing. Most people end up with more baby clothes than they really need and their kid never gets to wear some of the outfits.

Just figured I'd throw that in there since you mentioned the financial situation. I do recommend you try to save up what you can before the baby comes though because you never know what expense could come up. My daughter is almost 2 now and we live on a tight income and it's tough at times but overall she's happy and has everything she needs. What's going to cost you the most is diapers and wipes unless you wanna go the cloth route.

With all that junk outta the way congrats!! If you ever want someone to talk to about all this type of stuff feel free to message me on skype or in PMs here.

[igotrhythm]

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That being out of the way, and seeing as Kayla speaks from experience about parenting on a budget, good luck on your journey with your wife and child(ren)!

Hey, you could have twins, you never know.

[Hazelle]

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Congrats!!

[kommisar]

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congrats just don't lose patience haha


positive discipline!

[MephBoss]

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having a child can be fairly expensive but that's also because people get over excited and overspend.
First tip, don't buy a bunch of stuff for the baby till you know what friends and family are going to get you. I didn't think we were going to get anything from anyone and we ended up getting everything we needed and then some.
Second you don't need all those things they try to tell you that you do need. Babies don't need a ton of toys (actually they really don't need any because they'll play with anything and be happy). When you get some toys be realistic with it. When they're really young a plush toy and something they can teeth on is really all they need.
Third, clothes, don't blow a lot of money on it. Your kid is going to grow so much faster than you realize. If you can get hand me downs take them if not buy inexpensive clothing from places like walmart or if you aren't one of those people that minds going to a thrift shop you can find clothes there that are almost new or even new for next to nothing. Most people end up with more baby clothes than they really need and their kid never gets to wear some of the outfits.

Just figured i'd throw that in there since you mentioned the financial situation. I do recommend you try to save up what you can before the baby comes though because you never know what expense could come up. My daughter is almost 2 now and we live on a tight income and it's tough at times but overall she's happy and has everything she needs. What's going to cost you the most is diapers and wipes unless you wanna go the cloth route.

With all that junk outta the way congrats!! If you ever want someone to talk to about all this type of stuff feel free to message me on skype or in pms here.

true story.
Congratulations sir !

[TheSaxRunner05]

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That's some great advice, thanks angel.

That made me smile =)

[Winrar]

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Congrats! Have you given any thoughts on potential names yet?

[popsicle_3000]

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I lost it...

that said, holy crap dude!!

[Pseudo Enigma]

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lol

Congratulations Sax! I'm sure you'll do a fine job. Don't let him near FFR on your life rofl

[xVaLoRx]

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Congrats! Have you given any thoughts on potential names yet?

Shmuley Boteach

[ice_lazer3]

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Congrats! That is big news. Hope it goes well for you

[lumphoboextreme]

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Congrats and good luck on getting by with that income.

[thesunfan]

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Congratulations, you now have an excuse for Bridget to not kidnap you on the TB road trip that isn't happening.

okforrealcongrats.