OK something I am struggling with right now is whether or not to consider having another baby or getting my tubes tied. Originally I was not going to have any…then we decided on the one, and now I want to get my tubes tied. While my husband says he’s ok with it he also cannot guarantee me that in 5 years he will not feel regret about the decision.

So how do you know when enough is enough? With the economy the way it is right now how can people afford it? Being the mother to one of my own and two step children I really think that 3 is more than enough, especially when you have one in diapers and two about to be teenagers.

This is a life changing decision. You can’t make that decision on your own and for some reason I feel as though Im being expected to. So I guess all I can do is put the question to you, how do you know when you’re done? How do you know once you make this decision you will not look back and regret later down the road? While you may not want any more kids now can you say that you wont next year at this time? Or even two years from now?

Something to ponder!

From the minute you get pregnant all you hear from other mothers is this is better or that is better or dont do this and do this. Do they really know best?

Sure you seek out your friends that already have kids for advise, however you also dont need them to make you feel inferior. And one thing I have learned being a mother is every kid is different. What may work for one might not work for another. There is no set time limit for eating solid foods, using a binky, crawling, getting teeth or anything else. Every baby is different and do things in their own time when they are ready. It is also customary that baby boys develop a little bit slower so don’t worry if your boy is not doing the things that your girl did at that time in their development.

There are so many brands of diapers, binkies, wipes, bottles, formula and generally just every other baby product on the market its only natural that everyone is going to have a favorite. But you have to use what is best for you. Again what may have worked for someone might break out your baby.

Parenthood is an adventure. And while you might want to get others opinions and advice and thats a good thing try out things for yourself. See what works for you and your baby!

Well they did it! Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz were married this past Saturday in an intimate ceremony at her parents home. They were married in an evening ceremony among family and close friends. Simpson wore an ivory lace wedding gown as she and Wentz exchanged vows in front of 150 guests. The brides father, Joe Simpson, performed the ceremony. Jessica brought boyfriend Tony Romo to the wedding despite recent break up rumors. This is the first marriage for both and pregnancy rumors are still circulating.
–Ok. Lets see how long it lasts. I hope for their sake its forever. Too many hollywood marriages end in divorce these days. And she’s awfully young to be getting married!

Jessica Alba and Cash Warren have gotten married! The parents to be exchanged vows at the Beverly Hills courthouse on Monday in casual clothing. They are expecting their first child, a girl, this summer. Sources say that Alba looked happy but nervous during the ceremony that had no other guests in attendance.
–Ok i would be nervous too if i were having a shotgun wedding. I hate it that she didnt get to have a real wedding!!! Maybe someday after the baby is born she will!

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, who are expecting twins in August, were spotted baby shopping in Cannes. They bought only white for their new additions. An employee at the store did ask the expectant mom what she was having and she replied that they didnt know nor did they want to.
–Give it up already!!! Just tell us what you’re having!

Kristi Yamaguchi and dance partner Mark Ballas were crowned the Dancing with the Stars Champions last night. Yamaguchi is the first woman to win in 5 seasons of the show.
–Congrats to Kristi…however with her figure skating background I do believe that she had a bit of an unfair advantage on the other contestants!

Heidi Montag and boyfriend Spencer Pratt, both of The Hills, were spotted in color-coordinating baseball outfits at a Los Angeles Dodgers game. Neither seemed to invested in the game, rather in having their pictures taken. During the 7th inning both stood up to pose for pictures.
–OMG, get over yourselves!!! First off Heidi is a retard. She gave up a great job for her loser boyfriend who’s just that…A LOSER.

Check back for more celebrity news and gossip later in the week!

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt confirmed they are having twins! The babies are due Aug 19th. Jolie said that she couldn’t be happier and she loves being pregnant. She and Pitt have decided not to disclose the sex of the babies at this time.
–While children are great, they are going to end up like the family in Arkansas! The twins will make 6. At least they have the money for it I guess and it seems unlike most celebrities they do hands on stuff with their kids instead of hiring a team of nannies to do it all.

Whitney Thompson was crowned the new Americas Next Top Model Last night. The 20 year old is considered a plus size model even tho she is a size 8-10. Thompson, a student from Atlantic Beach, FL was always made fun of and called fat by her peers said that she’s already receiving fan mail from fans on facebook.
–Way to go Whitney. I was excited to see a girl with a little bit of curves not only go far in the competition but win! AWESOME! However if she is plus sized I’d hate to see what I’m considered at a size 11/12. HA!

More in the news tomorrow!

Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar announced this morning that they are expecting their 18th child New Years day 2009. Yes…I did say 18th!!! OMG.

Becomming a mother recently myself I know the birth of a child is a joyous experience…BUT 18??? Are you nuts?

This woman has been pregnant 11 full years of her 41 year life. Her oldest is 20 and the youngest is just 9 months old.

I have watched many a special on the Discovery Channel surrounding the Tontitown, Arkansas family and I must say while their number of children is impressive when do you say enough is enough?

I understand wanting to have a big family but isnt the world already over populated enough as it is?