Take This Quiz And We'll Tell You If It's Too Late To Get Pregnant
- by Helen Hawk
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Having a child of your own can be one of the most rewarding things in life. But the timing of it all can certainly affect that. Are you in the right stage of your life to think about getting pregnant? There are a lot of things about your lifestyle and personal preferences that influence whether you are in the appropriate point in your life where having children is a smart option.
Do you live with 10 roommates and love to party till you pass out every weekend (or weekday)? Or are you living with a romantic partner that you trust greatly and who you're in a loving and committed relationship with? Having the right person in your life will determine greatly whether it would be a good idea to take the plunge and have kids.
Things like a job, a house, and child-friendly hobbies are also very important factors in determining whether you should have kids. If you are obsessed with video games and Snapchat, maybe you're too young to be a parent. If you spend all your time playing bridge with your 80 year old seniors home friends, maybe you're too old to have kids.
Take the test and find out whether you should have kids right now or if it's too late.
What kind of car do you drive?
School, soccer practice, dance recitals...kids need reliable transportation! The kind of car you drive will have a huge impact on the safety and comfort of you and your potential kids. Sure, everyone wants to drive a 2 seater Porsche...but will it fit a baby seat? The kind of car you have is important.
What kind of house do you live in?
It's time to decide what colour you're going to paint the nursery...if you have one! You don't need to have a mansion to raise kids, you can make it work in a variety of homes. But the most important thing is that you have a space that is safe, comfortable and big enough for a kid.
You won the lottery! What would you do with the money?
It's the ultimate fantasy...winning a bunch of money without having to do any work! But all fantasy aside, how you spend your money will directly affect how good of a parent you would be. Do you spend all your money on parties and booze, or are you smart about saving and spending wisely?
How old are you?
Age is just a number...that has a huge influence on whether you're likely to be in a good position to have children! Even if you are in love, having kids in your teens is never the easiest thing. And Trying to get pregnant after 50 can be next to impossible.
What level of education do you have?
It's not about whether you're smart enough, but you should be educated enough to be able to land a job that will allow you to provide for your future children. We aren't saying you need a bachelor's degree to be a good parent, but having some education certainly makes things easier!
Are you comfortable gaining weight?
A woman's body goes through many different changes when she becomes pregnant. There's the crazy pickles-and-ice-cream cravings, the uncontrollable mood swings, and weight gain! While gaining a bit of weight is perfectly healthy and natural when pregnant, it is something you need to be okay with going into a pregnancy.
How healthy are you overall?
Imagine sprinting across the park to stop your toddler from walking into traffic, or coaching their little league baseball team. Would you have the physical stamina and health to keep up? Kids are full of energy and love to be active, so as a parent it's important to be able to provide that.
Do you have a family doctor?
An apple a day keeps the doctor away...but when that doesn't work, you need a back up plan! Do you have a doctor that you know and would trust with helping your family when they got sick or injured? If you don't have a family doctor, your kids won't have consistency in their medical care.
Do you have insurance?
We all hope for the best in life. But for the times when things don't go according to plan, you need a plan B. Things like houses, cars, and your health all need to be insured so that you can maintain a healthy and well balanced home for your future kids.
Do you want kids?
Not all pregnancies are planned, they can be happy accidents too! But The desire to have children is a strong indicator of whether it is the right time if your life to have children. Do they seem like they would just be a time suck, or are you anxiously waiting for the day when you can call yourself a parent?
How many kids do you want?
Did you come from a big family? Back in the old days, people used to have a lot of kids to ensure that the family estate and parents would be taken care of in years to come. But now, things are different. You don't need to have tons of kids, just the right amount for you!
What is your living situation?
Similar to how the kind of house you live in affects how good of a parent you can be, the people you live with matter greatly as well. If you live with your parents, chances are you are still in your younger years. If you live with roommates, is it because you can't afford to live alone?
What’s your relationship status?
You know what they say...it takes two to tango! Without the right significant other, it's a lot harder to raise kids. While many people raise children on their own, and we're sure you are more than capable, it definitely helps to have someone there for support in raising children with you.
What do you do on the weekends?
They say that it's not what a person does during work hours that determines their goodness, but what a person does when they are relaxing. It's an ancient proverb, and makes total sense when you think about potentially getting pregnant. If you're used to partying all weekend, are you ok with that changing when you have kids?
How much money do you make?
Being a millionaire always helps to make things easier, but unless you're Kylie Jenner, that's probably out of the question. But it's still important to make a decent living. Having kids is expensive, and can come with some pretty pig price tags. Ever put anyone through college? It ain't cheap!
Do you have a stable job?
Do you have a regular 9-5, or are you always doing irregular shift work? Night shifts aren't exactly conducive so raising kids, that's when they need their bed time stories read to them! Unless you want a babysitter to raise your kids, it's important to have a job that allows your to be home when it matters most.
What time do you go to bed?
Did you know that having a full night's sleep is one of the best ways to maintain your overall health? It's all fun and games to stay out partying and rolling into work hungover when you're single, but when you have kids you need to be sharp. No more binging!
Do your friends have kids?
The only way to make a 4 hour trip to the playground fun is to have other parents join you to entertain you! Otherwise, without friends who are going through the same thing, parenting can get pretty lonely. If all your friends have kids, you're in a better position to have your own.
Have you ever taken care of kids?
Babysitting gives you the best of both worlds. You get to take care of kids for a few hours without the commitment of being solely responsible for their wellbeing throughout their entire life. And, you get paid! Too bad parents don't get paid to have kids. Then we would definitely have a population problem in North America....
Do you live in a kid friendly area?
Do you almost get hit by a speeding taxi or bike messenger every time you open your front door? Do you live miles away from any civilization? When you have kids, you should be aware of how they will be interacting with their own neighbourhood on the day to day.
How often do you curse?
Hey, we aren't judging. Everyone gets frustrated from time to time and allows themselves to let out some more...colourful language. But there's a big difference between blowing off some steam and cursing every few words just for the heck of it. Kids are like sponges, and if you're always swearing, they will end up doing the same.
How often do you drink?
Everyone loves to party! But how much you drink affects how productive you are the next day. If you're able to keep your drinking to a minimum, then you're going to be more fit to do things that matter, like take care of your kids! A hungover parent is not a great one.
Which of these movies is the best, in your opinion?
What kind of TV shows and movies do you watch? If you are really into graphic horror films, is that a passion that you could give up in order to not permanently traumatize your child? You better prepare, having kids means watching a lot of Disney films! At least Frozen is actually pretty entertaining.
Are you on Tinder?
Ahh, one of the greatest modern technological gifts. Now, you could go on a date with a new person five times a day if you really wanted! But bringing someone home every night is definitely not the right environment to have a kid in. Being a parent means putting your child's needs ahead of yours.
Which of these is the cutest baby name?
What a cute name...is hopefully what your friends will say when you introduce them to your new baby! Choosing the right name takes a lot of maturity, and understanding of what kinds of names the kids at school are least likely to make fun of. It's a cruel, cruel world.
